Cole Derks
Direct: (406) 294-8486
cderks@kkblawmt.com
Cole Derks is dedicated to understanding his clients’ goals and objectives. He enjoys working closely with clients and their advisors to provide clarity and offer counsel on complex and challenging matters. By defining client goals and objectives, Cole works with his clients and advisors to develop and execute effective and practical plans that achieve the clients’ goals.
As a fifth-generation Montanan who grew up in Denton, Cole has deep roots in Montana. His family has been involved in agriculture in Central Montana for generations. This personal connection to the land and its people gives Cole a unique perspective and a deep understanding of the business and legal landscape. Cole and his wife, Michelle, have four children and a devoted vizsla. They enjoy exploring Montana whenever the opportunity arises.
University of North Dakota School of Law
- J.D., cum laude
Montana State University, Bozeman
- B.S., Business with a concentration in Finance
Montana
North Dakota
Business
- Contracts
- Entity formation
- Entity operation and governance
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Sales and purchases
- Succession planning
- Transactions
Estate Planning
- Living trusts
- Probate
- Succession planning
- Trust and estate administration
- Wills, living wills, powers of attorney
Real Estate
- Acquisitions and sales
- Financing
- Foreclosures and workouts
- Leasing
Professional
American Bar Association – Member
State Bar of Montana – Member
Yellowstone Area Bar Association – Member
Civic
Special K Ranch
- Board of Directors – President
Boys & Girls Club of Yellowstone County Endowment Foundation
- Board of Directors
Mountain States Super Lawyers ~ Rising Star – Estate Planning
Martindale Hubbell – AV Preeminent Rating
Phi Delta Phi – International Legal Honor Society
Eagle Scout
Moulton Bellingham PC (2015-2024)