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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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Protections are available when facing tax fraud allegations
Oct 29
Protections are available when facing tax fraud [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Tax fraud and tax evasion are serious crimes…

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Eight total, 4 from Louisiana, indicted on drug charges
May 09
Eight total, 4 from Louisiana, indicted on [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Drug charges must be taken seriously as they…

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What types of plea bargains are there?
Sep 04
What types of plea bargains are there?
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Last Modified on Sep 04, 2025

Most of us have heard the term plea…

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Man in Baton Rouge faces drug charges following traffic stop
May 09
Man in Baton Rouge faces drug charges [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

This blog recently discussed different types of police…

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Understanding the impact of police misconduct
Sep 04
Understanding the impact of police misconduct
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Last Modified on Sep 04, 2025

There are different types of police misconduct but…

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Federal charges require a strong criminal defense
Oct 29
Federal charges require a strong criminal defense
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Federal criminal charges can be particularly serious because…

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