Matthew Theus

Matthew Theus is the managing partner of Theus Law Firm, LLC, a criminal and civil law firm located near the Bessemer Courthouse in Bessemer, Alabama. Theus represents individuals facing criminal charges, traffic offenses, and DUI matters in Alabama state and municipal courts. His practice includes cases involving violent crimes, drug offenses, sex offenses, property crimes, and driving-related charges. He helps clients understand the charges against them and respond with practical defense strategies.

Theus earned a J.D. from Cumberland School of Law of Samford University in Birmingham. He also received a B.B.A. from Baylor University. His education provided a foundation in legal analysis, advocacy, and careful case evaluation. This background supports his work with clients facing serious criminal accusations, where understanding the facts, court process, and possible consequences is important to every stage of the defense.

Theus has represented clients in criminal and traffic matters for more than 20 years. His experience includes DUI, misdemeanor DUI, felony DUI, reckless driving, speeding, suspended license matters, domestic violence, assault, drug possession, drug distribution, gun offenses, theft, forgery, and probation or parole violations. He also handles matters involving appeals and serious felony allegations. Through these cases, Theus works to protect clients’ rights and address both immediate legal risks and long term consequences.

Matthew Theus is known for a client-centered approach grounded in treating others with fairness and respect. His work often involves stressful, time-sensitive matters that require steady guidance and clear communication. By representing people accused of criminal and traffic offenses in Bessemer and surrounding Alabama courts, Theus helps clients navigate the legal system, evaluate options, and pursue practical solutions when their freedom, record, or driving privileges may be at stake.

Law Office Affiliations

• Managing Partner, Theus Law Firm, LLC
• Member, Alabama State Bar Association

Licensed State

• Alabama

Education

• Samford University, Cumberland School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Baylor University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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