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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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Serious lawyers for serious drug charges
Oct 29
Serious lawyers for serious drug charges
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Law enforcement agents, whether they are local police…

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Baton Rouge drug use on the rise
May 09
Baton Rouge drug use on the rise
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Drug use occurs nationwide, and by some reports…

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Telemarketing fraud differs from a sales call
Oct 29
Telemarketing fraud differs from a sales call
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Many Louisianans have received the dreaded dinner-hour telephone…

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What constitutes copyright infringement?
Oct 29
What constitutes copyright infringement?
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Residents in Louisiana may be familiar with the…

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Louisianans facing felony charges can benefit from an attorney
Oct 29
Louisianans facing felony charges can benefit from [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

A Louisiana felony conviction can forever alter the…

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Are there penalties if I fail to register as a sex offender?
Oct 29
Are there penalties if I fail to [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Simply put, yes, there can be serious potential…

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