TYLER F.A. DERKSEN

Partner

 

Tyler joined WBA in 2013 as an associate after practicing law with a large international firm for several years. In 2017, he became a partner. Tyler practices primarily in the areas civil litigation and employment law with an emphasis on contractual disputes, fraud and debt recovery, builders’ liens, and employment litigation.

Tyler has appeared in front of the Alberta Court of Appeal, Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench, and the Alberta Provincial Court. He has substantial experience in arbitrations, mediations, and Judicial Dispute Resolutions.

Outside of the office, Tyler is married and has a young daughter and son. He enjoys reading fantasy and comic books, playing video games, and drinking rare scotch.



Volunteer/Community Involvement

  • 100 Men Who Give a Damn, Member

  • Director, Friends of Janus Academy Association

LEGAL Assistant

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Laws, 2006
(University of Alberta)
3 of 4 Years Completed
Towards a Bachelor of Arts
(University of Alberta)

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Law Society of Alberta
(Admitted 2007)
Canadian Bar Association
Calgary Bar Association

PRACTICE AREAS

Litigation
Employment
Construction