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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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Murder conviction set aside after lawyer found to be ineffective
May 09
Murder conviction set aside after lawyer found [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Every criminal defendant has a constitutional right to…

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Baton Rouge doctor indicted for submitting false Medicare claims
Oct 29
Baton Rouge doctor indicted for submitting false [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

A federal grand jury in Baton Rouge has…

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Suitcase with 10 pounds of marijuana leads to three drug arrests
May 09
Suitcase with 10 pounds of marijuana leads [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

An abandoned suitcase was turned over to the…

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State computer leads to arrest on child pornography charges
May 09
State computer leads to arrest on child [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Most people who are arrested and charged for…

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Domestic assault: hearing both sides of the story
Sep 04
Domestic assault: hearing both sides of the [...]
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Last Modified on Sep 04, 2025

Domestic violence, sometimes called domestic assault or domestic…

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Can taking a selfie lead to felony charges?
Sep 04
Can taking a selfie lead to felony [...]
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Last Modified on Sep 04, 2025

Cell phones are not just for making calls.…

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