About us

Grandela Genealogy was established in 2013 to provide professional genealogy and people tracing services in support of probate research, particularly in cases involving intestacy.

Since then, we have expanded our expertise to offer a wider range of services tailored to:

  • Families interested in researching their family history or reconnecting with relatives

  • Solicitors requiring family tree verification, probate genealogy research, or missing beneficiary tracing services

  • Individuals seeking assistance with probate or confirmation applications

  • Executors and administrators requiring support with estate administration

At the heart of everything we do is a commitment to providing an excellent standard of customer service, alongside accurate, thorough, and professional research.

Since our formation, we have helped clients resolve thousands of family trees and trace hundreds of missing beneficiaries and family members across the UK, Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Australasia.

Over the years, we have developed a reputation for solving complex genealogical problems and locating individuals who may seem impossible to trace. This experience, combined with our extensive professional network and trusted partnerships, enables us to offer a comprehensive range of probate genealogy, people tracing, and estate administration services, providing clients with a single point of contact for their requirements.

Grandela Genealogy is proud to have a team of professionals holding Estate Practitioner, Paralegal, and Chartered Accountancy qualifications. This combination of genealogical expertise and professional knowledge allows us to provide practical support to private clients, solicitors, executors, and estate administrators alike.

We are also passionate about building connections beyond our professional work. Supporting youth rugby reflects our commitment to encouraging local talent, promoting teamwork, and helping the next generation thrive both on and off the pitch.

Our Core Team

Graham Brown

Managing Director

As Founder and Managing Director, Graham is responsible for leading the business and supporting clients across a variety of services. He is committed to maintaining the high standards of professionalism, accuracy, and customer service that underpin the company's work.

Head of Estate Administration

Andela Sitar

Andela manages a wide range of estate matters, working closely with clients and professional contacts. Combining strong organisational skills with a practical and professional approach, Andela is committed to delivering an efficient and supportive service.

Specialist Partners

  • Martin Bowman

    Genealogist, Eight Apart Ltd

  • Qing Liang

    Paralegal, Eight Apart Ltd

  • Andy Mumford

    Chartered Accountant, Andy Mumford Accountancy