Currently accepting clients for...

• DNA
• Family History Research

Jennifer L. Smith, PLCGS, is a professional genealogist with expertise in both traditional documentary and genetic genealogical research techniques. Her career in the biopharmaceutical industry provided a foundation in the science of DNA which is directly applicable to genetic genealogy.  Jennifer provides comprehensive family history research projects for clients including genetic genealogy when applicable, consultations on research problems or DNA analysis, and coaching for developing genealogists.  

Jennifer has been doing family history research for herself, friends and family for over 30 years, having been introduced to genealogy by her mother as a teenager. She began researching seriously over 20 years ago, pursuing more comprehensive research, and attending genealogical conferences and seminars to continuously improve her research and analysis skills. Jennifer’s work on her Revolutionary era Smith family has been published as part of a research project by the eminent New England Historic Genealogical Society. 

Publications/Media
"Elijah Smith," Western Massachusetts Families in 1790. Original Online Database: AmericanAncestors.org, New England Historic Genealogical Society, 2012.

Research Time Periods

• 20th Century
• 19th Century
• 18th Century

Certificates
National Institute of Genealogical Studies Professional Learning Certificate in American Records and Methodology

Affiliations
NEHGS, NGS, OGS, NYG&B

Degrees
B.S. (Chemical Engineering), MSCEP (Chemical Engineering), Ph.D. (Chemical Engineering)