After graduating from Loyola University New Orleans in 2013 with a B.A. in Philosophy, Chandler began his career as a banking officer and eventually a branch manager for a local community bank. Deciding to pursue his goal of attending law school, he resigned from banking to attend Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, where he earned the Law Excellence Award in Securities Law and Regulation. Upon graduating law school, Chandler worked as an Attorney for the United States Small Business Administration, before joining a local insurance defense firm.

Chandler specializes in medical malpractice, personal injury, and general liability matters. He is admitted to the Louisiana Bar Association and the United States District Court for the Western District of Louisiana. He is also an active member of the American Bar Association, and the 22nd Judicial District Bar Association.

Chandler is a lifelong resident of the Northshore, where he resides with his two children.