Where heirs are found and legacies preserved

We reconnect families across generations through trusted research, historical expertise, and a deep respect for personal legacy—one heir, one story, one truth at a time.

Our Story

From a bold idea to Europe’s trusted genealogy company

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Founded in 2004 by three historians and a university professor, Historikerkanzlei set out to bring professional genealogical and inheritance services to Austria. Since then, we’ve helped thousands of families trace their roots, find missing heirs, and secure their rightful legacy.

Today, our company includes over 60 in-house experts in history and law, supported by 120 regional correspondents across nearly 100 countries. With a unique blend of legal precision, historical depth, and local insight, we deliver results our clients can trust—wherever their story begins.

What we do

Expert services in genealogy and inheritance

Heir search
At Historikerkanzlei, we specialize in the identification of heirs in inheritance matters, offering our services to courts, notaries, lawyers, estate administrators, and public institutions.
Family research
At Historikerkanzlei, we offer in-depth family research services for individuals, families, and institutions seeking to explore their genealogical roots, confirm ancestral claims, or reconstruct lost...
Procurement of documents
Over time, vital records can become difficult to access. They may be stored in separate civil and ecclesiastical archives, lost due to war or political...
Identification of hereditary medical predispositions
Overview Uncovering ancestral health patterns through genealogy Many serious diseases—especially certain forms of cancer and autoimmune disorders—have a genetic basis. These hereditary predispositions can increase the likelihood...
Pro bono
At Historikerkanzlei, we believe that genealogy is more than a tool for legal claims or historical exploration—it is a means to serve people in need,...
Genetic test
At Historikerkanzlei, we combine professional genealogy with modern DNA interpretation. Whether you’ve already taken a DNA test or are planning to explore your genetic background,...
OUR IMPACT

Proven global impact driven by results and dedication

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NEW CASES EVERY YEAR
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SATISFIED AND HAPPY CLIENTS
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Testimonials

Client's reviews and stories from around the world

Our offices

100+ countries of global presence and local support

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News, events, and releases from our global work

News & Events

Join 50,000+ clients who solved complex inheritance cases with our expert support

We support estate and genealogical cases globally, offering full multilingual service in: German, English, French, Italian, Croatian, Dutch, Polish, Hebrew, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Norwegian, Swedish, Serbian, Slovakian, Slovenian, Spanish, Czech, Ukrainian, and Hungarian.

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