Delivering
Direction & Control
South Dakota’s Oldest & Largest Independent Trust Company
Bridgeford Trust Company provides trust and fiduciary services to domestic and international families, grounded in South Dakotaʼs industry-leading modern trust laws. We take a collaborative approach, working closely with attorneys, advisors, and family offices to support strategic, flexible planning across generations.
The Bridgeford Difference
Big Enough to Matter.
Small Enough to Care.
A different approach to trust & fiduciary services.
As the trust industry continues to consolidate and become more institutionalized, many families and advisors are seeking a different model from traditional corporate trustees—one built on independence, collaboration, adaptability, and long-term relationships. Bridgeford Trust Company was built around that philosophy, combining modern trust law with a boutique, conflict-free service model grounded in responsiveness, creativity, and a solutions-oriented approach.
Our Services
Independent Solutions for Advisors & the Families They Serve
The South Dakota Advantage
Industry Leading Modern Trust Laws
Bridgeford Trust Company leverages South Dakota’s modern trust laws to deliver greater direction and control for clients and their advisors, providing access to advanced planning capabilities and greater flexibility in how assets are managed and administered.
View our comparison chart of leading U.S. trust jurisdictions to see how South Dakota stands apart.
Bridgeford Insights
David Warren to Speak at Pepperdine University’s Global Family Office Summit in Switzerland
Bridgeford Trust Company is pleased to announce that David Warren, Co-Founder & Chairman, will be a featured speaker at Pepperdine University’s Global Family Office Summit, taking place October 19-23, 2026, at Château d’Hauteville in Switzerland. While in Switzerland, David will also be hosting a gathering and leading a fireside chat in Zurich on Thursday, October…
Episode 62 – Empowered Planning: Rethinking Estate Planning, Wealth and Well-Being with Lauren Klein
In this episode, David Warren – Co-Founder and Chairman of Bridgeford Trust Company – sits down with Lauren Klein – Co-Founder and Attorney at…
Protecting Families of Wealth from Themselves: Lessons from HBO’s “Succession”
Bridgeford recently hosted a livestream presentation exploring a challenge central to effective multigenerational planning: protecting families of wealth from themselves. Inspired by HBO’s “Succession,”…
