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Eleonora Lesina

Italian genealogist | Family history, paleography, and on-site archive research
Italian Roots Research
Italian Genealogist based in Lombardy
Milano
Italy


  • Family History Research

  • Document Retrieval / Record Agent
  • Dual Citizenship
  • Family History Research
  • Immigration / Naturalization
  • Military
  • Tutor / Coach

  • Family History Research

  • Document Translation
  • Dual Citizenship
  • Handwriting / Palaeography
  • Web Design

I am a genealogist based in Milan, Italy, specializing in Italian family history research, paleography, and archival studies.
Since 2015, I have helped families worldwide trace their Italian roots, obtain certified records, and uncover the stories behind their ancestors through direct access to civil, parish, and historical archives across Italy.

I am currently completing a degree in History at the University of Milan, where I focus on archival research, paleography, and historical methodology. My earlier studies in Greek and Latin gave me the tools to read and interpret old Italian and Latin manuscripts, parish registers, and notarial acts from the 16th to 19th centuries.
Each project I undertake combines experience, academic precision, and narrative clarity, transforming documents into meaningful family histories grounded in verified evidence.

I work primarily with clients from the United States, Australia, and Europe, providing:

  • Certified civil and parish records for dual citizenship (jure sanguinis)

  • Archival genealogical research and documentation

  • Transcription and translation of Italian and Latin manuscripts

  • On-site research in Lombardy and other Italian regions

Every ancestor deserves to be remembered with accuracy, empathy, and respect. My mission is to reconnect families with their Italian heritage through research that honors memory and history alike.


Northen Italy
Italy

I had an exceptional experience working with Eleonora. She was incredibly responsive, efficient, and went above and beyond by contacting the Comune to help me navigate international payments. Her attention to detail and commitment made the process seamless. Highly recommend.

Eleonora was able to acquire documents from Italy for me that I have been struggling to acquire for years, great service and communication, can't recommend highly enough.

Eleonora is a valued partner in complex, involved projects. Do not hesitate to engage her in high-level, genealogically related matters that require a professional, trusted, Italian partner who actually operates within Italy. Physical presence within Italy is a significant advantage that should not be underestimated, especially for relevant matters.

Her work was impeccable and went above and beyond the original scope of work

family research; italian ancestry;

State Archives, Municipal and Parish Archives

  • 20th Century
  • 19th Century
  • 18th Century
  • 17th Century
  • 16th Century and Earlier

Italian
English