Kiara Laguerre represents businesses, insurers, and individuals in complex civil litigation across Florida. Her practice encompasses a broad range of liability matters, including corporate disputes, consumer law, and medical malpractice, hospital law, and health law claims. Drawing on this diverse experience, she helps clients assess risk, navigate complex legal and regulatory issues, and pursue efficient, strategic resolutions.
Education
- Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law (J.D., 2020)
- Top 10 percent of class
- Dean’s Excellence Scholarship
- Book Awards: Mediation, Bankruptcy
- Associate Editor, Senior Editor, Barry Law Review
- President, Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Society
- Chair, American Bar Association Law Student Division Pro Bono Students Caucus
- University of South Florida (B.A. International Studies and Sociology, 2016)
- Concentration in Inequalities and Social Justice
- Florida Bright Futures Scholarship
Bar Admissions
Court Admissions
- U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Florida
Before joining Harman Claytor in September 2025, Lexie worked at a firm in Richmond, Virginia, where she represented employers and insurers in workers’ compensation claims. Her focus at Harman Claytor will be on medical malpractice, professional liability, and tort liability cases.
Education
- Virginia Tech, B.A. (2017)
- Liberty University School of Law, J.D. (2022)
- Dean’s Scholarship Recipient
- Liberty Law Student Ambassadors
- Student Member of the American Bar Association, the Old Dominion Bar Association, and the Virginia Bar Association
- Liberty Law Fellowship Recipient (2020)
- National Association of Women Judges Essay Scholarship Recipient for Virginia
- Black Law Students Association (BLSA) President/Events Committee Chair
Professional Honors & Activities
- Defense Research Institute
- Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys
- Metro Richmond Women’s Bar Association
- Old Dominion Bar Association
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
- Liberty University School of Business, M.B.A. (2023)
Jalexus Osborne defends clients in 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 nationwide.
Jalexus excels at identifying strategic defenses early in litigation and developing effective case strategies. Her analytical approach has contributed to successful dispositive motions and helped expose 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 experience across a broad range of civil matters.
Outside of her legal practice, Jalexus enjoys strength training, international travel with family and friends, fashion, and interior design.
Services
- Premises Liability
- Product Liability & Mass Torts
- Toxic Tort & Environmental
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 Students 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
Honors
- Illinois Super Lawyers, Rising Star (2027)
- The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch (2027)
- Product Liability Litigation – Defendants
- Personal Injury Litigation – Defendants
Diandra is a litigation attorney at Jones Jones who describes herself as a quirky bibliophile with a love for all genres of literature, from Russian classics to modern retellings of Greek mythology. She also has a keen interest in sociology and enjoys exploring the reasons behind human behavior. She believes that understanding how people think and processing large amounts of information efficiently are essential skills in her profession.
Passionate about honing her legal skills, Diandra approaches her work with curiosity, determination, and a sense of humor. Inspired by literary figures such as Circe, Beowulf, and Santiago from The Alchemist, she embraces a lifelong commitment to learning, personal growth, and overcoming challenges.
A proud Brooklynite, Diandra is dedicated to serving her community through pro bono work focused on newly arrived immigrants and underserved individuals. As a volunteer with the American Immigration Lawyers Association, she helps individuals navigate the often expensive and daunting process of becoming U.S. citizens. She also serves as a board member for Brooklyn Legal Services, supporting access to high-quality legal counsel for low-income individuals.
At Jones Jones, Diandra prioritizes clear communication, attentive listening, and a thorough understanding of her clients’ needs. She is committed to addressing each issue carefully and delivering results to the best of her ability.
Outside of her legal practice, Diandra enjoys traveling, competing with fellow riders on Peloton, and listening to true crime podcasts. As a busy mother of three boys born just a year apart, she balances her professional responsibilities with family life.
Diandra’s approach to success is rooted in preparation, confidence, and perseverance. She believes that showing up prepared is half the battle and embraces every challenge as an opportunity to learn and excel.