About
I’m Hope Glidden. I help families and professionals answer genealogical questions.
I am a professional genealogist specializing in family, forensic, and genetic genealogy. More than twenty years as a paralegal and over three decades of family history research have given me a strong foundation in both legal and genealogical work. I understand not only how to find records, but how to interpret them within legal, historical, and family contexts..
My work focuses on helping two main groups of clients: families who want to understand their roots or solve “brick wall” problems, and attorneys or title professionals who need reliable, well-documented genealogical evidence. Whether I’m reconstructing a family tree, tracing property ownership, or interpreting DNA results, my goal is to provide clear, sourced answers you can use with confidence.
I work on a wide range of genealogical questions, including family research in the Southern and Mid-Atlantic states, forensic genealogy for probate and real estate, and DNA interpretation to support traditional research.
Genealogy is about more than names and dates—it’s about context, evidence, and the stories that emerge when the records start to agree.
Have Questions About a Research Project?
I’d be happy to talk through your research goals and determine whether I’m a good fit for your project. You can contact me using the form on my Contact page or schedule a free consultation at a time that works for you.