Genealogy and family history research
Identify ancestors and
reconstruct your family’s history.
For those who do not yet know which ancestor to look for, want to investigate a possible European origin or wish to understand their family’s journey.
See where to beginThe research
You can begin with very little.
Names and family relationships
A relative’s name, nickname, surname or a known family relationship.
Places and dates
Towns where the family lived, approximate dates, journeys, moves or places mentioned in conversation.
Photographs and papers
Certificates, identity documents, letters, photographs, keepsakes, notes or family accounts.
How it works
From the first clue to a documented family history.
Initial consultation
You share what you know, even if it is only names, memories, records or photographs.
Initial review
I organize the available clues and identify the sources, places and periods that can be researched.
Research proposal
You receive a research plan with objectives, stages, estimated timeline and fee.
Research and delivery
Once commissioned, the sources are researched and the results are delivered in an organized format with records, references and findings.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about genealogy research.
Do I need to know who the European ancestor is?
No. Research can begin with known relatives and move back through earlier generations.
Can I research a family without European origins?
Yes. Research can also reconstruct family histories, relationships and movements within Brazil.
What can I send for the initial consultation?
Names, approximate dates, places, photographs, certificates, letters and family accounts can help define the starting point.
What will I receive?
The deliverables are defined in the proposal and may include a report, located records, source references, a family tree and a chronology.
Initial consultation
Tell us what you know about your family.
Even a small amount of information can be useful. Send names, places, dates, records, photographs or family accounts so we can assess the best starting point.