The Probate
Professionals

John is a graduate of Virginia Tech with a B.A. in History.  He is a licensed private investigator and a qualified expert witness.  John was born in Washington, D.C and grew up in Northern Virginia. He has worked as an estate researcher for 32 years, having started in the industry in 1991.  In his free time, John enjoys trail running, skiing, travel, collecting vinyl records and watching Washington Commanders football.

Keith Hunsaker obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology and has been working in this business for 25 years. He has experience in nearly every facet of the probate research industry and enjoys solving the challenging puzzles our cases often present. Keith enjoys travel, college football (War Eagle!), RVing and spending time with his lovely wife Kristen and his three children Darby, Bishop and Ainsley.

Theresa graduated from Utah State University with a degree in Business Administration, and began her career working in Human Resources and Office Administration. Theresa has been with the firm since 2009, serving as the Office Manager/Administrator for both the Salt Lake City office and the Delray Beach office. When not babysitting her fellow co-workers, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. She enjoys traveling, hiking, reading, going to outdoor concerts, crocheting, and doing crafts.

Brian has over 30 years of experience in the field of forensic genealogy, and has been admitted to offer testimony in court as an expert witness. Brian is originally from Cleveland, Ohio, and graduated from University of Toledo, with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Marketing. He is a father to three children who enjoys anything outdoors, especially trail running, skiing, and hiking in the mountains of Utah and the West.

John is the Senior Estate Researcher at Legacy Probate International, and has connected tens of thousands of heirs to their missing or unknown inheritances for nearly 30 years. He has testified in court as an expert witness on numerous estates and has garnered a reputation as one of the US’s preeminent Forensic Estate Researchers. Born in Anaheim California, John was raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, and studied at the University of Georgia, the University of Utah, and Westminster College, earning an undergraduate degree in Business and a Masters degree in Management Information Systems. John is a die-hard Atlanta Braves fan and an amateur historian on everything World War 2.

Born and raised in Bergen County, New Jersey, Alli moved to South Florida in 1997 where she earned a Bachelor of Psychology with a minor in Business from Florida Atlantic University. She joined the LPI team in 2022. Always a “people-person,” her natural empathy and sensitivity lend a personal touch when supporting heirs throughout the inheritance process. She takes pride in ensuring the comfort and satisfaction of every client. Off the clock, she is a dedicated “Baseball Mom,” frequently found at the ball field watching her two sons’ school and travel games. Alli enjoys relaxing at the beach, fitness, dance, and entertaining with family and friends.

Alyssa began as a receptionist for Legacy in 2022, and now collects all documentation to prove our clients are rightful heirs. This involves ordering vital records, creating family trees, and tracking down obituaries and relevant newspaper articles. She was born in Utah but has also lived in California, and was raised mostly in Washington state, which she considers her home. When she is not working, Alyssa enjoys spending time with her family, especially her fur babies, her husband, and her many nieces and nephews.

Ashlyn joined the firm as a receptionist and has since moved into the estate assistant position, where she gathers the proof documents necessary to confirm our claimants as legal heirs. She enjoys seeing families reconnect and hearing the unique family history stories that unravel with each estate. Ashlyn was raised in Wyoming, but has also had the opportunity to live in Virginia, New York, and Utah. In her free time, she enjoys art, music, travel, soccer (go RSL!), basketball (go Knicks!), skiing, and weekend trips to WY to visit family with her husband and two pugs.

Blake is a native of Salt Lake City, UT and graduated from The University of Utah in 1985 with degrees in both History and Hebrew. He began his career with the firm in 1986 and he has 39 years of experience as a genealogist. Blake’s hobbies and interests include hiking and backpacking the mountains and slot canyons of Utah and the Rockies. He also enjoys restoring and maintaining classic cars and trucks as well as astronomy, geology, and writing. Blake’s main focus in life is spending and enjoying time with his spouse of 40 years, along with his children and grandchildren.

Brooke was born in Ogden, Utah and is a graduate of Weber State University with a degree in Criminal Justice. She began in 1999 as an estate assistant before advancing to the role of estate supervisor. In her free time, Brooke enjoys spending time with her family & friends, cooking & wine, horseback riding, reading and her dachshund pups.

A native of Salt Lake City, Carter has also lived in Wisconsin and Oregon. He studied engineering at Marquette University and business and audio production at the University of Oregon. Carter began his career in forensic genealogy in 2019 and is qualified as an expert witness in probate court. He was an All-American high school lacrosse player and even played D-1 in college. Carter’s interests include: lacrosse, soccer, football, skiing, playing bass guitar, producing and listening to new music, Harry Potter, Marvel, Star Wars, spending time with his daughters and family, and travel.

Chris is a former first grade teacher turned documentalist for Legacy Probate. She is responsible for updating the family trees and ordering vital records to prove the rightful heirs. Chris has lived in NE, ID, OR, WI, MI and now calls UT her ultimate home. She volunteers at Primary Children’s Hospital in her spare time, and enjoys traveling and spending time at their family cottage in MI with her husband and three kids. There are always a few dogs included in Chris’ family.

Chris is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in probate research. Graduating from Knox College with an undergraduate degree in history and later earning a master’s degree from the University of Illinois, Chris brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the Legacy Probate International team. Beyond work, he enjoys exploring the outdoors with his family and their mischievous black lab, as well as delighting others with delicious culinary creations.

Daniel has been a forensic genealogist since 1990, and truly enjoys the challenge of putting together genealogies, locating heirs, and seeking the proof that will help people get the inheritance that they deserve. He was born in San Gabriel, CA and grew up in Glendora, CA before attending Brigham Young University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in American Studies. Danny has spent a number of years living in Argentina and loved getting to know the beautiful people and culture of that country. In his spare time, you will find him listening to music, watching auto racing and old movies, working around the house, and spending time with his wife and children.

Born in Columbia, MO, Derek has lived in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Arizona, Maryland and Quebec, where he learned the French language. He earned a BA from Brigham Young University with a double major in Comparative Literature and French, before becoming an estate researcher who is qualified as an expert genealogical witness in probate courts. Growing up, his family went weekly to the public library, so reading and learning remain among his favorite pastimes, and his home library features sections on literature, history, religion, philosophy, film, and art. Almost every weekend, you’ll find him hiking and kayaking all over Utah and the western US with his wife, an elementary school teacher.

Hana Tran is the receptionist at Legacy Probate International. She ensures the seamless flow of office operations and client interactions. She received her B.A. degree from the University of Utah. Hana enjoys learning about history and physics.

Jason has been an estate researcher for a dozen years, and has worked on thousands of probate cases. When not conducting forensic genealogy to locate missing heirs, Mr. Bergreen can be found enjoying the picturesque outdoors of Utah. His hobbies include camping and paddleboarding at the state’s reservoirs with his wife and kids. He also enjoys attending concerts, movies, and local restaurants.

John was born and raised in upstate New York and now resides in South Florida. He holds a dual B.S. in Political Science and Criminal Justice from SUNY Oneonta, and began his career in probate research in 2008. John is particularly interested in how genealogical research overlaps with historical events and the shifting migration patterns within the U.S. and across the world. He enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife and two boys, reading about history, football, and fixing things.

Born in Westchester, New York and raised in South Florida, Jordan graduated from Dreyfoos School of the Arts and pursued her passion at Florida Atlantic University, where she fell in love with art history and developed a proclivity for research and unraveling mysteries from the past. A former educator and editor of a national legal newspaper, Jordan joined the LPI research team in 2023. Outside of solving history mysteries and connecting people with their families, she can be found painting, writing, reading, hunting for art and antiques, rollerblading, traveling to historic sites across the globe, and hitting the beach with family and friends.

In 1997, prior to working in the industry, Matt was located as an Heir to an estate. This distinction has given him a unique insight which has helped him in the field for the last quarter of a century. Matt is a licensed Private Investigator in the State of Florida. A native of Florida, Matt enjoys the outdoors on both of Florida’s wonderful Gulf and Atlantic coasts. Where there is water, you’ll probably find him out on his boat fishing or cooking out with family and friends.

Micaela was born in Salt Lake City, UT and holds a musical theater degree from Catholic University in Washington, DC. She currently lives in Colorado, where she is an actor, artistic director, content creator, podcaster, and a lover of all things Shakespeare in her spare time. Micaela considers herself a curious person, which makes examining vital records an incredibly intriguing way to spend her days. When she isn’t working you can find Micaela enjoying nature or snuggling with her favorite pup, Caliban. She is also a massive Real Salt Lake fan, with an encyclopedic knowledge of the team.

Nicole grew up mainly in Southern Utah but has also lived in Missouri, Washington, Wyoming, and Texas. She is a graduate of Southern Utah University, Boston University, and Arizona State University, where she completed her bachelor’s in communication studies, Paralegal certification, and master’s in legal studies, respectively, before joining Legacy Probate International in 2022. When not at work, she can be found backpacking, hiking, spending time with her dogs, traveling, or doing any other assortment of outdoor activities.

Taylor was born and raised in Salt Lake City, UT. She began working with Legacy Probate International in 2017 as a receptionist, before advancing to the position of estate assistant, where she helps collect all the documentation and create family trees to substantiate our clients as heirs to their respective estates. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, camping, fishing, and reading.

Tom began in the specialty of locating heirs in 2005 while living in Philadelphia. As a father of five, his love for family drives his passion for locating someone’s next of kin. Tom takes his work very seriously, believing he is really working for the deceased who would not want their money to go to the state, but would prefer their lifelong savings to go to family members. Focused, dedicated, and enthusiastic in life, Tom finds purpose in his faith, family and career, and has traced his own family history back to the 1700’s!

A Brooklyn native currently residing in South Florida, Sarah attended the Stuyvesant specialized math and science high school in Manhattan, studied business at Babson College, and earned her degree in psychology and math at Queens College. A career as a dedicated legal assistant led to her current role with LPI in 2022, which combines her knowledge of the law with her passion for mathematics. Sarah is a lifelong learner and passionate advocate for human rights who enjoys reading about history, civil rights, and psychology. She’s also a proud pet parent who appreciates spending time with her partner, walking in nature, arts & crafts, taking care of my plants, and enjoying a nice piece of banana cream pie.