Tel: (780) 963-8181
Direct: (780) 968-1207
Fax: (780) 963-9618
zsheena@birdsell.ca
Assistant Information
Jennifer McConnell
jmcconnell@birdsell.ca
Tel: (780) 963-8181 ext 238
Ziad completed his post-secondary education at the University of Alberta. He earned his Bachelor of Commerce in 2003, and Bachelor of Laws in 2006.
Ziad began his legal career with Birdsell Grant LLP as a summer student in 2005, articled with the firm in 2006, and continued on as an Associate. In 2010, he joined the partnership, and is currently the managing partner of the firm.
Ziad’s practice focuses primarily on residential/commercial real estate and financing, corporate/commercial law, as well as wills and estates. Ziad regularly provides legal advice on a variety of issues to individuals and families, small to medium-sized businesses, builders/developers, lenders/borrowers,landlords/tenants, franchisors/franchisees, and professionals.
More specifically, Ziad has assisted clients with:
incorporations and general corporate governance for new and existing business owners
corporate reorganizations and transactions for the directors and shareholders of a corporation
partnerships, not for profit corporations and joint ventures
commercial financing and security for both lenders and borrowers
business purchase and sale transactions including the purchase and sale of the assets or shares of a business for both purchasers and vendors
commercial leasing for landlords and tenants including retail, office, industrial, and bare land leases
commercial real estate for both purchasers and vendors
development of commercial and residential properties for both builders and developers
franchise services for both franchisors and franchisees, including the drafting and review of franchise agreements
residential real estate for both purchasers and vendors
contractual services including the preparation, review, and negotiation of a variety of contracts
wills and estate planning, including the preparation of wills, enduring powers of attorney, personal directives and trusts
estate administration for personal representatives, administrators and trustee
Ziad enjoys being active in his community through his involvement with KidSport Alberta. In his spare time, Ziad enjoys a variety of sports including golf, basketball, soccer, and tennis. He also has a passion for travel, which has driven him to explore many parts of the world. Most recently, Ziad has traveled to Berlin, Chicago, London, Kauai, and Tofino.
Alberta, 2007
University of Alberta,
Bachelor of Laws, 2006;
University of Alberta,
Bachelor of Commerce, 2003
Law Society of Alberta
Canadian Bar Association
12840 St Albert Trail NW
Edmonton, AB, T5L 4H6
(780) 818-8190
Located within the Metrix Group LLP office.
4927 51 Ave
Whitecourt, AB, T7S 1T5
(780) 778-0880
Located within the Metrix Group LLP office.