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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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Man faces domestic assault charges after incident with woman
Jun 30
Man faces domestic assault charges after incident [...]
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Last Modified on Jun 30, 2026

For people in Baton Rouge, the prospect of…

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Defining possession with the intent to distribute in drug charges
Sep 04
Defining possession with the intent to distribute [...]
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Last Modified on Sep 04, 2025

Hearing about the drug charges of possession of…

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Louisiana man facing theft charges over livestock purchase
Oct 29
Louisiana man facing theft charges over livestock [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

A Louisiana man purchased nearly 200 head of…

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Drug charges result from alleged drug deal observation
May 09
Drug charges result from alleged drug deal [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Louisiana detectives allegedly observed a drug deal taking…

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When can an officer search without a search warrant?
Sep 04
When can an officer search without a [...]
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Last Modified on Sep 04, 2025

All citizens, whether residing in Louisiana or elsewhere,…

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Kidnap and assault of ex-acquaintance ends in criminal charges
May 09
Kidnap and assault of ex-acquaintance ends in [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

A Louisiana man has been arrested and is…

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