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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.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Michael Reese Davis

Speeding behind nearly one third of traffic deaths
Oct 29
Speeding behind nearly one third of traffic [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

The Governors Highway Safety Association has a report…

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Louisiana man pleads guilty to wire fraud
Jan 02
Louisiana man pleads guilty to wire fraud
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Last Modified on Jan 02, 2026

A 39-year-old Louisiana man faces decades behind bars…

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High-Profile Louisiana official charged with fraud
Jan 02
High-Profile Louisiana official charged with fraud
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Last Modified on Jan 02, 2026

The Louisiana State Police has arrested a member…

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Drowsy drivers plague ridesharing industry
Oct 29
Drowsy drivers plague ridesharing industry
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

The ridesharing industry in Louisiana and across the…

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Speeding linked to 23% of crash fatalities in Louisiana
May 09
Speeding linked to 23% of crash fatalities [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Speed-related crashes killed 9,717 across the nation in…

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Charges filed in staged accident case
Oct 29
Charges filed in staged accident case
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Seven individuals were taken into custody for staging…

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