Chanel Long

Chanel joined Chip Forstall’s office in 2025. She is originally from Westchester, Ohio. Chanel is a proud graduate of Tennessee State University, where she obtained her bachelors of science in Psychology. She moved to New Orleans where she obtained her juris doctorate from Loyola University of New Orleans College of Law.

Chanel’s commitment to zealous advocacy on behalf of her clients began as a public defender in New Orleans and the metropolitan area. Along the way she has tried numerous judge and jury trials and taught trial advocacy CLE’s. Prior to joining Chip Forstall’s office, Chanel represented injury victims at a regional law firm. Chanel is excited to continue zealous and client-centered representation on Forstall’s team and looks forward to representing you.

When Chanel is not working hard for you, she enjoys her favorite role as wife to Nicklas and mother to her two precious children.

Education
– Tennessee State University, Bachelors of Psychology
– Loyola University of New Orleans College of Law

Bar Admissions
– Louisiana
– Eastern District of Louisiana Federal Court
– Middle District of Louisiana Federal Court
– Western District of Louisiana Federal Court

Associations
– National Black Lawyers Association Top 40 under 40

Pro Bono Activities
– Crescent City Schools Board of Directors- Vice Chair
– Orleans Parish School Board Special Education Advisory Counsel, past member