Denise C. Hays-Johnson, CTFA, JD
Dakota Community Bank & Trust, trust department, led by Denise Hays-Johnson, provides personalized and comprehensive trust and estate administration, designed to meet the unique needs of families, business owners, and individuals. Denise, a fourth-generation North Dakotan from Minot, is a Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA), specializing in estate administration and testamentary trusts, particularly those involving land and mineral assets. With a background of more than 30 years as an attorney, trust officer, and certified family mediator, Denise is skilled at handling the complexities that arise in the administration of fiduciary accounts and the technical application of trust laws and regulations. Her approach centers on understanding the specific needs of each family, building strong relationships, and delivering exceptional service.
Denise works closely with her clients’ attorneys and accountants, helping them develop tailored estate plans to protect and preserve their family legacies for future generations. Her expertise in working with complex assets, such as farms, businesses, and mineral interests, helps to make sure that every estate plan is both practical and thorough. Denise’s ethical commitment is backed by her Martindale Hubbell Notable Rating, which she has earned from 2016 to 2024. This rating shows that she is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
The trust department at Dakota Community Bank & Trust serves as a custodian for trusts, estates, charitable foundations, and retirement accounts as well as, court appointed personal representative or conservator. Their team provides independent and individualized trust administration to fulfill the wishes of clients while helping them make informed decisions about their finances. With a focus on preserving wealth and creating lasting legacies, Dakota Community Bank & Trust plays an essential role in helping families and businesses secure their futures, protect assets, and give peace of mind for generations to come.
Dakota Community Bank & Trust
919 S 7th St Ste 101
Bismarck, ND 58504
701.222.9188
dakotacommunitybank.com/wealth-management/
Trust: Not FDIC Insured, No Bank Guarantee, May Lose Value, Not a Deposit, Not Insured By Any Government Agency