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Jody Kristen Reich
also known as J Reich Law, Jody Reich Law, PLLC
About Jody
Biography
As a trial attorney for 25 years, Jody Reich, ownner of Jody Reich Law, PLLC, has tried and arbitrated hundreds of cases in state and federal courts across the state. Jody represents a wide variety of clients which include both businesses and injured persons, and dedicates a large part of her practice to protecting victims of serious injury caused by the negligence of others. She also has an extensive practice in estate and trust drafting, litigation and probate and creates estate plans to protect client assets for generations.
Prior to her current practice, Ms. Reich was a partner at Betts Patterson Mines, a large downtown business firm. She aserved as a law clerk to a Federal Judge for the Eastern District of Washington, Judge Edward F. Shea, and for Judge James M. Murphy, Spokane Superior Court Judge (retired).
Jody is the mother of two young sons, Hunter and Brody, and spends her free time raising her two boys with her husband Steve. Jody is also an active member in a number of community foundations that provide assistance to disadvantaged children, including Make-a-Wish Foundation, a former Board Member for Friends of Youth and Ballard Little League.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Car Accident
25%
28 years
Estate Planning
25%
28 years
Personal Injury
25%
28 years
Probate
25%
28 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Washington for 26 years
State: Washington
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
J Reich Law
209 4th Ave S., Suite 101-A, Edmonds, WA, 98020
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Posted by Zach | March 05, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The only Lawyer that would help me!
Jody took a case for me that no one else would work on and stuck with it for 2 years. I would not have gotten anything at all if it was not for her. She is professional, responsive and goes to bat for her clients. I would hire her again in a heartbeat.
Posted by Annie | September 16, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Jody Reich is a great lawyer.
Jody was very professional, kind and helpful ! I put my trust in her , and I truly appreciate all the hard work and excellence from Jody and her office .
Posted by Caitlyn | August 27, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Wonderfully helpful
When my future father in law passed, my fiancé and I were not sure how he would execute the will or where to even start. We found Jody and her practice and she immediately began explaining the process to us. I absolutely don't know how we would have navigated this process through grief without her. T...
Posted by Irene and Dennis Dempsey | May 09, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Gracious and attentive
Jody Reich gives her time and complete attention to her client with a kind of graciousness and understanding that is rare among attorneys. I recommend her sincerely. She helped my stroke victim husband and me to solve some complicated matters concerning our wills and estate.
Posted by anonymous | January 14, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Employment & Labor
Easy to work with
I hired Jody to review some language in an Employment Agreement, and provide me guidance. Jody was easy to work with, and we were able to do everything remotely via email and telephone (which saved me a lot of time).
Jody Kristen Reich's Lawyer Endorsements
"Jody is a bright and dedicated lawyer who works diligently to meet her client's goals. She practices with a perfect balance of compassion and determination. I highly recommend her."
"I have worked with Jody in the past, and I endorse her without hesitation. She truly cares for her clients, and works hard for them. She is smart, well prepared, and an absolute pleasure to work with."
"Jody is an excellent lawyer. I worked with her for many years and know her to be bright, tenacious and effective. She has a way of relating to well to people which makes her work well with both her clients and opposing counsel."
"I have had the privilege of consulting with Jody on various personal injury matters, whereby I have observed first-hand the dedication and passion with which she advances her clients' cases. Jody recognizes that each client is unique, and she custom tailors her strategy in each case to achieve justice for her client. Jody is among the top minds in our legal community and I endorse her without hesitation."
"I have the highest level of respect for Jody as an attorney. She practices with integrity and zealously advocates for her clients. Jody was a partner at a large firm located in Seattle litigating complex matters. She utilizes all of her knowledge and experience in getting her clients the best results possible. I have referred family and friends to Jody with confidence."
"Jody is a great attorney who has the motivation, integrity, and the skills to assist any client. She is a pleasure to work with. Her background with larger firms would make her an ideal candidate for those looking for small-firm personalized attention with big-firm experience and results."
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Experience
Honors
2018
Super Lawyer Award, Thomson Reuters
2017
Super Lawyer Award, Thomson Reuters
2007
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
2006
Rising Star, Washington Law & Politics Magazine
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Principal, Dethleffs Sparwasser Reich Dickerson & Key, PLLC
2002 - 2008
Partner, Betts Patterson Mines Attorneys
1999 - 2002
Associate, Clark Bovington Cole Mills & Lether
1998 - 1999
Law Clerk, Eastern District Of Washington Federal Court
Associations
2009 - Present
Washington State Association for Justicemember
2009 - Present
Make a Wish FoundationVolunteer
2008 - Present
Edmonds Chamber of CommerceMember
2003 - Present
Federal Bar AssociationMember
2002 - Present
King County Bar AssociationMember
2001 - Present
Junior League of SeattleMember
1999 - Present
Washington State Bar AssociationMember
2015 - 2017
Washington State Association for JusticeSnohomish County Roundtable Chair
2003 - 2009
Association for Transportation Law ProfessionsMember
2003 - 2009
Transportation Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - 2009
Washington Defense Trial LawyersEditor in Chief
Sample of Legal Cases
Jenkins v. Cascade Plaza
$270,000 jury verdict
Hall v. Scott
Plainitff's Verdict
Education
1998
Gonzaga University
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
University of Washington
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2015
Women of WSAJ CLE - Speaker
Empowering the Legal Practitioner - The Power of No
2013
Estate Planning - Planning for the Future
estate planning
2011
Women in law
Trial advocacy
2011
Make a Wish Focus Group
Estate planning - nonprofit gifting
2011
Estate Planning and Executive Leadership
Estate Planning
2011
Annual meeting
Business development
2010
Annual conference
Jury selection
2009
Joint meeting of WDTL and WSTLA with King County Superior Court Presiding Civil Judges regarding trial scheduling
Trial efficiency and state of King County trial calendar
2009
Annual convention
Trial strategy and legal update
Publications
2004
Defense News, Washington Defense Trial Lawyers
Trial Budgets: A Defense Lawyer's Dilemma - How Much is Enough?
1999
Gonzaga Law Review
The Need for Tougher Standards in Washington Imposing Criminal Liability for the Intentional Exposure to HIV, 34 Gonz. L. Rev. 185
Languages
English