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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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Federal authorities crack down on Medicare fraud in Baton Rouge
May 09
Federal authorities crack down on Medicare fraud [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

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Internet crime charges for 2 East Baton Rouge men
Oct 29
Internet crime charges for 2 East Baton [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Internet crimes are taken very seriously in Louisiana,…

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Man accused of bilking Baton Rouge residents in mail fraud
Oct 29
Man accused of bilking Baton Rouge residents [...]
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

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Mandeville baseball coach sentenced in Ponzi scheme
Oct 29
Mandeville baseball coach sentenced in Ponzi scheme
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Last Modified on Oct 29, 2025

Being convicted of a white collar crime can…

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18 arrested in Louisiana on drug trafficking charges
May 09
18 arrested in Louisiana on drug trafficking [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Being charged with a drug crime is intimidating…

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Infamous O.J. Simpson murder glove allegedly compromised
May 09
Infamous O.J. Simpson murder glove allegedly compromised
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

It’s been almost 17 years since former football…

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