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Michael Reese Davis

Michael Reese Davis is the Founder of Hymel Davis & Petersen in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He has 39 years of experience in civil litigation and criminal defense. Admitted to the Louisiana Bar in 1986, he is a graduate of Tulane University School of Law. Michael is known for his steady judgment and long record of complex case work. He is an active member of several professional organizations and has earned recognitions such as an AV Preeminent rating from Martindale-Hubbell and selection as a Super Lawyer.

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Oct 14
What Counts as a Breach of Fiduciary [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 14, 2026

A business partnership depends on more than splitting…

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Aug 25
Common Breaches of Fiduciary Duty in Estate [...]
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Last Modified on Aug 25, 2026

You started asking questions about how your parent’s…

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Jun 02
Can a Beneficiary Sue a Trustee in [...]
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Last Modified on Jun 02, 2026

Trusts can serve many purposes, such as protecting…

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Apr 07
Removing a Trustee or Executor in Louisiana [...]
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Last Modified on Apr 07, 2026

Trustees and executors are important representatives of estate…

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Dec 22
How A Litigation Lawyer Can Resolve Internal [...]
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Last Modified on Dec 22, 2025

When you operate a business, internal disagreements are…

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Dec 15
What Are Some Examples of Fiduciary Misconduct [...]
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Last Modified on Dec 15, 2025

When you set someone up to oversee serious…

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