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Biography
Over 20 years experience. Let me help you with your traffic ticket. Call today
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense
50%
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
30%
DUI and DWI
15%
Domestic Violence
5%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
Awards
2024 2021 2020
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2019
Licenses
Licensed in Alabama for 28 years
State: Alabama
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
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Matthew Walton Theus's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent experience
Mr. Theus got my ticket dismissed before the judge started calling cases. We were in the courtroom for around a quarter of an hour. The whole experience was fast and efficient, and Mr. Theus was very easy to work with.
Posted by Ryan | October 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great Attorney
Matt was very professional great at his job and very personable, Highly recommend him to anyone needing a good attorney
Posted by anonymous | September 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense
Matthew Siple
Worked very hard with the prosecutor to minimize payments. Was very understanding of my situation and very knowledgeable about law.
Posted by John | August 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
OTR
Mr Theus did an outstanding job that got the results I was hoping for concerning my traffic ticket. I would recommend him if you need his services.
Posted by anonymous | June 20, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Very Helpful
Matthew was very helpful in getting my speeding ticket reduced to a defensive driving class.
Matthew Walton Theus's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Mr. Theus is an excellent advocate for his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend him to a client in need. He is also an asset to the Avvo Community, providing invaluable resources to those seeking help"
"Matt Theus is an outstanding, experienced, criminal trial attorney with an excellent reputation who knows how to help guide clients through tough legal cases and get to the heart of the matter."
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Experience
Work Experience
2004 - 2018
Partner, Parrish & Theus, LLC
1998 - 2004
Attorney, Costello, Hester & Parrish
Associations
2018 - Present
Bessemer Bar AssociationMember
Alabama State Bar
Member
Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
Greater Birmingham Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Member
Birmingham Bar Association, Criminal Justice Section
Member
Education
1998
Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Baylor University
BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration
Speaking Engagements
2000
Serving As Appointed Counsel
Serving As Appointed Counsel - Billing
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
Matthew earned significant contribution points in 2019.
Legal Answers
Q&A
What will happen I got a speeding ticket for 126 in a 70
12 May 2026
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Should I get a lawyer for a failure to yield ticket
06 May 2026
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Can I plead Not guilty for a failure of signal ticket
14 Apr 2026