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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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Baton Rouge wife accused of attempted murder of husband
May 09
Baton Rouge wife accused of attempted murder [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

A 29-year-old woman was recently arrested by Baton…

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Apartment meth lab exposed in East Baton Rouge Parish
May 09
Apartment meth lab exposed in East Baton [...]
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Last Modified on May 09, 2025

Methamphetamine, a Schedule II controlled dangerous substance, is…

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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

A quick scan of recent headlines will show…

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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

Sometimes people try to get a business going…

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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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