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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 Tim | April 19, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Good lawyer
Matt provided good service from day one. He informed me of the process and what I needed to prepare for. Matt gave me a date, I showed up and he took care of business. He was able to get me in and out of the courtroom in no time. I would definitely refer him and use his services again.
Posted by Big Earl | February 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great HELP
Thanks Matt for going out your way to help me out! You went out the way just to help me out!! Great service and a great guy to talk to...He does listen!!
Posted by Timothy | January 23, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Exceptional service
Matt was great in his assistance with my ticket. He stayed in contact with me during the process to keep me updated on the status of everything, and went well above my expectations with his help in getting my ticket situated. I would gladly recommend his services to anyone.
Posted by Jason | January 09, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great Lawyer
I got a failure to yield ticket and to keep it off of my record he gave me a couple of choices and I went with the driving school. Thanks Matt!
Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Speeding
I was out of state and got a speeding ticket. Happy to have Mr. They represent me. I didn't have to show up in court. While I did have to take a defensive driving class and still had to pay court costs etc it was still a bit less than the fine of the speeding ticket and my insurance rates stayed the ...
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
Can I plead Not guilty for a failure of signal ticket
14 Apr 2026
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Which Court handles traffic violations on the interstate
07 Apr 2026
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Will traffic school after a speeding ticket prevent auto insurance rates from increasing?
25 Mar 2026