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Jim Reich

Jim, a native of Winnipeg, moved to Calgary in 1977 after first attending the University of Manitoba from 1974 to 1976. While attending the University of Calgary he earned a Bachelor of Physical Education, a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and received his Bachelor of Laws Degree in 1987. Jim established Reich Law in January of 1990.

Throughout his career Jim has been an active member of the Canadian Bar Association (“CBA”) in the various sections affecting his practice. Since 1990 he has chaired the Foreclosure Subsection for six years and the Residential Real Estate Subsection for two years.

Jim has been a guest speaker to the Foreclosure, Real Property and Young Lawyer Subsections of the CBA. He has regularly been a panel member and presented papers to seminars of the Legal Education Society of Alberta (“LESA”).

Jim is committed to training up the next generation of law professionals and for many years has volunteered with the Advisory Link program of the Law Society of Alberta which connects young lawyers with senior members of the profession.

Jim has given many presentations to members of the real estate and banking community and has co-instructed the foreclosure courses at the Calgary Real Estate Board.

Jim met the love of his life, Lorrie in 1982. They have two adult children, Wren and Taylor. In his spare time, Jim loves to golf, travel and sing. One day he will pursue his guitar again.

emailjim.r@reichlaw.ca

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Katja Black

Katja (Kat) was born in Germany, where her father, a member of the Canadian RCAF met her German mother. She moved to Portage la Prairie, Manitoba in 1975 and lived there until she graduated from high school in 1986. ln 1992 she graduated from Brandon University with a Bachelor of Arts. After working several years with the Government of Canada in various capacities, she decided to pursue her law degree at the University of Manitoba. Katja received her Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Manitoba in 2000.

Katja established her own practice in 2001, which practice focused on both matrimonial law and real estate conveyancing. As a matrimonial lawyer, Katja often attended court at the Provincial Court and Court of Queen's Bench levels, with some appearances at the Court of Appeal as well. ln 2014, Katja joined a law firm specializing in real estate law, which gave her the opportunity to focus on the type of work that she most enjoys.

Katja joined Reich Law in August of 2018. She brings with her a passion for real estate conveyancing and a desire to create a positive experience for the clients she serves.

Katja has resided with her common law husband for over 30 years. They have an adult daughter, Shayna, and a mixed breed rescue dog, both of whom keep them very busy. ln her spare time, Katja loves to garden, travel and cook.

emailkatja.b@reichlaw.ca

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Carley Frazer

Carley was born and raised in Calgary and obtained her law degree from the University of Calgary, Faculty of Law. Prior to joining Reich Law in 2023, she articled and practiced in the litigation group at a large national firm, gaining experience in construction law and contract disputes.

Carley practices in the areas of residential real estate, foreclosure law, private lending, and land development matters, including restrictive covenants. Her litigation background supports her work acting for lenders in foreclosure actions and assisting developers, builders, and property owners with the removal or relaxation of restrictive covenants.

Carley is a Member-at-Large on the executive board of the Canadian Bar Association's Foreclosure Law Section in Alberta. Outside of her legal practice, she has a lifelong passion for Highland dance, having competed at both the national and world level. She continued teaching dance until completing law school and brings the same discipline and focus to her legal work. Carley is committed to providing practical, timely advice and efficient solutions for clients navigating real estate and lending matters.

emailcarley.f@reichlaw.ca

Office Staff

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Lorrie Reich

Office Administrator

Lorrie has worked at Reich Law in a number of capacities over the years. Lorrie enjoys interacting with clients and working with staff to promote a team approach to delivering legal services. She loves her family, golf and warm weather.

emaillorrie.r@reichlaw.ca

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Bonni Rypien

Sr. Real Estate Paralegal

Bonni has worked at Reich Law a few times over the years and has over 3 decades experience as a paralegal. She enjoys visiting tropical destinations, loves dogs and is a beekeeper in her spare time.

emailbonni.r@reichlaw.ca




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Katherine Shephard

Real Estate Paralegal

Katherine (Kat) brings a wide variety of experience in the legal field to her role as a real estate paralegal. She loves dogs, camping, tropical places, and spending time with family and friends. She hopes to combine all of these in retirement someday!

emailkat.s@reichlaw.ca

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Tara Onunkwor

Real Estate Paralegal

Tara loves the challenge of Real Estate where every file is the same, but different! She enjoys the outdoors, cooking, karaoke, and having fun with her family and pets!

emailtara.o@reichlaw.ca



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Wren Reich

Office Administrator

Wren is our office administrator who helps keep our office organized. He is a graduate of AUArts and does dance and circus arts in his free time. He loves music, gaming and food!

emailwren.r@reichlaw.ca

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Jaymee Don

Real Estate Paralegal

Jaymee prides herself on doing her best to meet every client’s unique needs and ensuring they have a positive real estate experience. She loves hiking, swimming, live music, and spending time with her friends and family.

emailjaymee.d@reichlaw.ca