Danish Genealogy & Family History Research
Professional Genealogist Lene Dræby Kottal offers a variety of services within Danish genealogy and family history research. Below are some examples of possible research projects.
Research is completed against payment of an hourly fee. You and Lene agree on the maximum number of hours in advance, so you know the cost of the research. For the hourly fee, please see the FAQ.
Danish Ancestors and Descendants
Lene Dræby Kottal offers assistance in tracing Danish ancestors and descendants. It may even be possible to identify living relatives in Denmark if that is your wish.
Before ordering a research project, it is best to carefully consider various aspects of the project to ensure that the work lives up to your expectations. Lene will guide you through the process.
Location of Ancestral Places in Denmark
Lene Dræby Kottal offers to research the locations where your Danish ancestors lived, studied, worked, and worshipped.
Knowledge of ancestral places can enrich your understanding of your Danish family history. If you are planning a visit to Denmark, having addresses of ancestral places of residence, work, etc. can personalize your trip.
Transcription of Danish Records
Lene Dræby Kottal offers transcription of Danish records, including parish registers and census records to help you research your Danish family history.
Lene is a skilled transcriber of both Gothic script and cursive, so you can trust her with any transcription task.
Translation of Danish Records
Lene Dræby Kottal offers translation of Danish records, including probate records and personal correspondence, so you can gain greater insight into your ancestors' lives.
Lene holds the Certified Genealogist® credential, and thus, her translation skills were put to a test and deemed accurate.
Danish Family History Book
Lene Dræby Kottal can help you write a family history book about your Danish ancestors.
Whether you want details about all your ancestors or a lineage for one or more lines of ancestry, Lene can help you write a book to preserve your Danish family history.
Family History Research Consultancy
Research consultancy is a good choice if you can do some of the research yourself, but need help with minor tasks every now and then.
It is a flexible service where you prepay a minimum of ten hours and ask for help with minor tasks when needed.
Customized Research Project
Does your research question not fit into the above examples? Perhaps you have hit a brick wall in your research and need help with that specific issue? Or maybe you need a copy of one specific record from a Danish archive or library?
Lene Dræby Kottal can help with a wide variety of tasks, so do not hesitate to contact her. Whether you need help identifying ancestors, solving a brick wall issue, or something else, the research project is customized to your wishes.