Skeleton Key Genealogy, LLC

Skeleton Key Genealogy, LLC Research, Genealogy, Ancestry Genealogical Qualifications
B.A. History, Bates College
J.D. Having responsibility for these records was an honor and a privilege.

University of Maine School of Law
York County (Maine) Probate Court Judge 2009-2011
Certificate in Genealogical Research, Boston University, 2013

Genealogical Research Experience
My career began as a title abstractor researching titles in the registry of deeds, and then as in-house counsel for a prominent title company in Portland, Maine. I am, therefore, very familiar and capable of research an

d analysis of deeds and other real estate related documents. Expanding beyond the arena of real estate law, I next added to my field of practice probate and estate work. This, along with my real estate practice, lead me to become very familiar and comfortable with all the materials and information found in county probate courts, including wills, estate files, adoptions, name changes, and guardianships. More recently, I was honored to serve as Probate Court Judge in York County Maine from 2009-2012. York County is the oldest county in Maine, and the Probate Court has records dating back to 1687. I worked with the Register of Probate to insure the records would be preserved and protected forever, as well as available for the public’s use. I have also been a guest lecturer at the local Community College on Trusts and Estates for the past two years. Coincident with my legal career outlined above, I began genealogical research, first for me and my husband’s family, and then for my friends and relatives. I have been conducting genealogical research for well over fifteen years. Genealogical research is a wonderful way to combine my degrees in history and the law, with my love of books and historical documents. Successfully completed the online certificate in genealogical research course through Boston University.

12/02/2025

Snowy days are perfect for trying to solve genealogy mysteries. Anyone have an unanswered question in their family tree they need help solving? Post below or shoot me a message!

This would be very helpful! But always pay close attention to nearby graves of ancestors for possible clues.
03/28/2016

This would be very helpful! But always pay close attention to nearby graves of ancestors for possible clues.

Oh the fun only a Genealogist can appreciate. Give it a try!
02/17/2015

Oh the fun only a Genealogist can appreciate. Give it a try!

Do you have a big family? Can you keep track of who is who in your family? Take this fun quiz and test your knowledge about your family.

12/22/2014
11/12/2014

On this day in 1954, Ellis Island in New York is closed, after first opening in 1892. Do you know the name of the first recorded immigrant to pass through Ellis Island?

YOU ARE INVITED: Saturday November 1st at 10 am, please join me at the Kennebunk Library Genealogy Group for my presenta...
10/23/2014

YOU ARE INVITED: Saturday November 1st at 10 am, please join me at the Kennebunk Library Genealogy Group for my presentation on using Deeds in Genealogical Research. Information can be found at the link below.

http://kennebunklibrary.org/kennebunk/adultprograms.asp

Kennebunk Free Library Website, Kennebunk, Maine. View upcoming events, information about library services and programs, and more.

10/01/2014

On this day in 1924, 90 years ago, President Jimmy Carter was born James Earl Carter, Jr. son of James Earl and Lillian Gordy Carter. Carter's birth was the first for a US President because of this fact. What was it?

An 18th century temperance thermometer. Have you ever tasted flip or shrub? What about perry?
09/23/2014

An 18th century temperance thermometer. Have you ever tasted flip or shrub? What about perry?

09/09/2014

Happy Birthday to Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain! Does anyone have the "Grand Old Maine of Maine" in their family tree?

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