Please Note: GGS is not responsible for the contractual work with individuals on this list. GGS does not check the qualifications or ethics of members listed “for hire.”

Independent Researchers for Hire The Georgia Genealogical Society (GGS) provides this directory as a service to those seeking professional assistance with their family history research. All researchers listed are current members of GGS.

Are you an up-and-coming genealogist? If you would like to be listed as a researcher for hire in this directory, please Contact Membership to learn more about the requirements and benefits of being featured on our platform.

Terms & Disclaimers All negotiations, contracts, and fees must be arranged directly with the researcher. Please note that GGS is not a party to any contractual agreements and does not independently verify the qualifications, credentials, or ethics of the individuals listed “for hire.” We recommend that clients interview potential researchers and request a written agreement before beginning work.

Professional Credentials

• CG® and CGL®: The service marks Certified Genealogist® and Certified Genealogical Lecturer℠ are registered marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists®, used under license by board-certified genealogists after periodic competency evaluations.

• AG®: The Accredited Genealogist® and AG® marks are registered marks of the International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists (ICAPGen®), used under license by individuals who have passed competency evaluations in specific geographical areas.