Alexis Johnson serves as a Housing Attorney for MCJ. Prior to joining MCJ, she worked for the City of Jackson Attorney’s Office assisting with transactional items for various departments. She served as a Law Intern with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), where she conducted legal research on Fair Housing laws. She also worked as a Research Assistant at Southern University Law Center and previously worked as a licensed Realtor, gaining valuable experience in real estate transactions, Fair Housing compliance, and housing-related matters. Through these experiences she developed a strong foundation in housing law and advocacy.
Alexis earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and her Masters of Business Administration from Jackson State University and a Juris Doctor from Southern University Law Center. She is licensed to practice law in Mississippi after successfully passing the Mississippi Bar Examination.
As a Housing Attorney, Alexis is committed to advancing housing justice by advocating for tenants and families, promoting equal access to safe and affordable housing, and providing compassionate, client-centered legal representation to underserved communities throughout Mississippi.