Zirjan (Zee) J. Derwa

Partner at Bennett Jones LLP

Zirjan (Zee) Derwa is a leading Canadian legal expert specializing in competition law and foreign investment matters, including national security. As a partner at Bennett Jones LLP, Zee provides in-depth counsel on all aspects of Canadian competition law in relation to complex mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic alliances. He is highly experienced in guiding clients through potential anti-competitive business practices and ensuring compliance with the Competition Act.

Zee’s extensive foreign investment review practice includes advising clients from a wide range of industries on net benefit, national security, and cultural sector reviews under the Investment Canada Act. His expertise has made him a recognized authority in the field, acknowledged by Chambers Canada, Who’s Who Legal, and Best Lawyers in Canada for Competition and Antitrust Law. Notably, Zee is consistently described as a “rising star” by industry-leading publications, affirming his distinguished reputation within the Canadian legal community.

An active and respected member of both the Canadian Bar Association and the American Bar Association, Zee currently serves as Vice Chair of the Mergers Committee and is a former Chair of the Economics and Law Committee for the National Competition Law Section of the Canadian Bar Association.

Year Called to the Bar

2012 (Ontario)

Contact Information

Phone: (416) 777-6442
Email: [email protected]

Zirjan (Zee) J. Derwa is committed to helping clients navigate Canadian competition law and foreign investment challenges. His recognition as a thought leader and “rising star” makes him a sought-after legal professional for complex and high-stakes advisory work.

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