About this Event
What happens when the paper trail runs cold? Join us at The London Archives for a captivating evening hosted by Nick Saalfeld, where we explore the powerful synergy between archival research and genetic science.
As experts in probate genealogy, Fraser and Fraser have spent decades navigating historical records to trace missing heirs and beneficiaries. In this special event, guest speakers, world-renowned geneticist Professor Turi King and Heir Hunter Neil Fraser Partner at Fraser and Fraser will examine how these two worlds collide.
Through the lens of a real-life case study, our guest speakers will reveal how "unsolvable" family mysteries are finally being cracked when Paper Trails Meet DNA. Don’t miss this deep dive into the modern toolkit of heir hunting and the incredible stories that emerge when science confirms what the records suggest.
The Agenda: What We're Really Thinking About
18:00 | Drinks & Welcome
Kick off the evening with a glass in hand!
18:30 | The Panel Begins
• The Tour: From forensics to genealogy - what DNA can (and absolutely cannot) do.
• The inheritance: Should DNA be used to prove inheritance cases?
• The Dark Side of Kits: The data risks of companies like 23andMe.
• Family Disruptions: Real stories when a DNA test changes a family tree overnight.
19:15 | Your Turn
Ask the experts the questions you've always wondered about
19:30 | Networking
Discuss the nights revelations with 50-60 fellow guests.
The event is FREE, but please book your ticket in advance to secure your spot.
Your ticket includes one glass of wine or a soft drink on arrival.
Come for the science, stay for the stories, and enjoy a drink on us!
Notice of Filming and Photography
By attending this event, you consent to being photographed, filmed, and/or otherwise recorded. Your entry constitutes your consent to such recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the universe in perpetuity, of your appearance, voice, and name for any purpose whatsoever in connection with Fraser and Fraser.
Please note: A valid form of photo ID is required for entry. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to welcoming you to the event.
Event venue & nearby stays
The London Archives, 40 Northampton Road, London, United Kingdom
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