Ursula C. Krause

Ursula C. Krause is a German genealogist with a law degree. She began her professional genealogy career in 2009. Starting with her own company Rootseekers – Genealogical Research and More, and then serving as a senior genealogist with AncestryProGenealogists, she founded My German Family in 2023. She offers German genealogical research spanning the centuries, with a focus on 20th-century research, helping adopted children find their roots, and reuniting families who have lost touch over the years. Her work has been featured on prestigious genealogical television shows such as “Finding Your Roots,” “Who Do You Think You Are,” and “Every Family Has A Secret,” as well as in the award-winning documentary film “The Upside Down Book.”

Ursula is a dedicated educator with over 30 years of teaching experience. Recognized for her ability to impart knowledge, she not only shares her expertise as an esteemed genealogy expert but also serves as a qualified speaker, empowering others with the tools and techniques to explore their family history. Together with Ute Brandenburg, she is part of the German Genealogy Headquarters, the go-to place for German genealogy education and mentoring.

Ursula's Upcoming Live Webinars (1)

Wed, September 3 2025: 14:15 UTC
Finding Your Ancestors in German Directories
Wed, September 3 2025: 14:15 UTC
In Germany, more and more directories are online, and some of them are even indexed. This presentation will tell you where to find them, show you how to work with them, and explain how to interpret the information typical for German directories.
In Germany, more and more directories are online, and some of them are even indexed. This presentation will tell you where to find them, show you how to work with them, and explain how to interpret the information typical for German directories.
Wed, September 3 2025: 14:15 UTC

Ursula's Webinars (3)