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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

Louisiana man’s unpaid speeding ticket leads to drug arrest
Aug 10
Louisiana man’s unpaid speeding ticket leads to [...]
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Last Modified on Aug 10, 2026

Sometimes what starts out looking like a minor…

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Baton Rouge man faces drug and counterfeiting charges
May 09
Baton Rouge man faces drug and counterfeiting [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Generally, police need a warrant before they can…

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Despite fears, Baton Rouge crime rates are actually falling
Aug 10
Despite fears, Baton Rouge crime rates are [...]
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Last Modified on Aug 10, 2026

Louisiana’s news media have recently been busy reporting…

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Man accused of multiple thefts from Wal-Mart
May 09
Man accused of multiple thefts from Wal-Mart
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

A Eunice man has been accused of making…

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Baton Rouge bookkeeper suspected of embezzlement, arson
Oct 29
Baton Rouge bookkeeper suspected of embezzlement, arson
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

A former bookkeeper, who was to be interrogated…

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10-month-old tests positive for methamphetamine, two arrested
May 09
10-month-old tests positive for methamphetamine, two arrested
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Two residents of Rosepine, Louisiana have been arrested…

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