My case was quite simple, via my paternal grandfather. No inconsistencies with names, etc. Easily got needed docs from Italy via mia cugina.
timeline:
4/3/2009: e-mail seeking appointment
4/9/2009: reply noting backlog, and asking for basic info re my chain
4/10/2009: send info
4/16/2009: receive e-mail setting appointment
12/8/2010: appointment
12/29/2010: date of letter and document recognizing my citizenship
1/14/2011: receive letter (postmark smudged, but looks like January 2011.
At my appointment, which went very well, I was told it might take 6 to 18 months for recognition. Now, remember, my case was very simple, but still this looks very promising for others.
