• DNA
• Family History Research
• Speaking / Presenting
• Other Speciality

Hunting Forebears Genealogical Services is a full-service research and consultation firm dedicated to uncovering and preserving family histories. We specialize in genealogical research for probate cases, locating unknown or missing relatives, and providing expert consultation and educational lectures on genealogy and heritage studies. Our mission is to connect people with their past while offering professional assistance to legal, historical, and private clients.

Key Services:

Probate & Heir Research:
Investigation and verification of family relationships for estate and probate proceedings.
Locating missing or unknown heirs for attorneys, trust administrators, and executors.
Preparation of lineage documentation and evidentiary affidavits.

Unknown & Missing Relatives:
Advanced research techniques to identify, trace, and contact living relatives.
Use of DNA resources, archival materials, and historical records for confirmation.
Sensitivity and discretion in reuniting families or establishing next of kin connections.

Family History Research:
Comprehensive ancestral research projects for individuals and organizations.
Lineage mapping, family tree creation, and historical documentation.
Specialized research in regional, ethnic, and migration studies.

Consultation Services:
Personalized consultations for clients conducting their own genealogical research.
Assistance with interpreting records, sourcing primary documentation, and structuring investigations.
Advising on best practices for documentation, preservation, and digital archiving.

Educational Lectures & Workshops:
Customized presentations for community groups, libraries, genealogical societies, and academic institutions.
Topics include research methods, record interpretation, genetic genealogy, and navigating archives.
Focus on fostering skills and awareness in historical and genealogical research.

Target Market:
Legal professionals (probate attorneys, estate administrators, trustees)
Private individuals and families seeking heritage information
Historical societies, museums, and educational institutions
Genealogical organizations and community groups
Researchers and hobbyists interested in genealogical methods

Business Model:
Hunting Forebears operates on a fee-for-service and consultation-based model, offering customizable research packages to suit project scale and complexity. Pricing is transparent, based on time, document access fees, and deliverable requirements.

Competitive Advantages:
Professional and ethical research standards
Expertise in both traditional and genetic genealogy
Access to extensive local, national, and international records
Tailored reporting designed for legal and personal use
Educational outreach promoting heritage awareness

“My family loved the information you provided along with the stories you discovered. I never knew my grandfather ran for alderman or that he had a grocery store in his home.”
~ Ellen N.

“Jon-
I just wanted to thank you for the information you provided on Mr. [Redacted]. We were able to contact his estranged brother and he was relieved to be notified.
Your assistance is vital to our office and to families. We appreciate you dedication to these cases.”
~ Angela B.

“Jon has an uncanny eye for detail. Once he gets the scent of something he is like a bloodhound and will not stop until he finds the information he is looking for.”
~ Keith B.

“Thank you, Jon, for locating and taking a photo of Edith’s grave. She was a very sweet lady. I only had the chance to meet her once. We discussed family history. She was my second cousin, twice removed.”
~ Marsha G.

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I’ve had this brick wall I have been working on for almost 20 years. I decided to hire Hunting Forebears because someone recommended them. They not only found my missing family member but also added three more generations to that family line, all in two days!! Again thank you so much for your work.
~ Glenn B.

• 21st Century
• 20th Century
• 19th Century
• 18th Century
• 17th Century