Biography
Jalexus Osborne defends high-stakes product liability, toxic tort, and commercial litigation. She has represented clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to family-owned businesses in complex and mass tort litigation in federal and state courts. She also serves on national coordinating counsel teams for multiple corporations defending asbestos and talc cases throughout the country.
Jalexus excels at identifying strategic defenses from the outset and shaping the narrative in complex litigation. Her analytical approach has resulted in successful dispositive motions and exposed critical weaknesses in opposing arguments.
Before joining Hawkins Parnell, Jalexus focused on environmental claims, privacy rights, and consumer protection at a mid-sized litigation firm in Chicago. She later expanded her practice to include commercial and employment litigation at a boutique firm, gaining additional experience across a range of civil matters.
Outside the courtroom, Jalexus enjoys strength training, international getaways with family and friends, fashion, and interior design.
Education
- University of Illinois College of Law (J.D., 2021)
- The Elder Law Journal, Executive Administrative Editor
- University of Illinois College of Law Trial Team
- Federal Civil Rights Clinic
- Rickert Award for Excellence in Advocacy and Excellence in Service
- Dean's List
- Black Law Student's Association, President
- University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (B.A., 2017)
Bar Admissions
Professional Affiliations
- Black Women Lawyers' Association of Greater Chicago, Inc.
- Chicago Bar Association
