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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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Second woman accuses law student of sexual assault
May 09
Second woman accuses law student of sexual [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Being accused of a crime can be an…

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Feds in Baton Rouge charge five in alleged tax fraud
Oct 29
Feds in Baton Rouge charge five in [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

When a person is accused of committing a…

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Three women charged with bank fraud at Baton Rouge businesses
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Three women charged with bank fraud at [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Three women were charged recently with bank fraud…

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Louisiana politician pleads not guilty to tax fraud charges
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Louisiana politician pleads not guilty to tax [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

The term “white collar crime” is often used…

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Baton Rouge man to face murder charge in drug overdose
May 09
Baton Rouge man to face murder charge [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

The typical charges for Baton Rouge residents arrested…

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Louisiana man and woman arrested after police drug sting
May 09
Louisiana man and woman arrested after police [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Two Louisiana residents face multiple charges after they…

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