The court considers many factors when determining if a non-biological father should be allowed to see children of a relationship, announces Maceau Law

Colorado Springs, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/12/2015 -- The Colorado courts must take many factors into consideration when determining if a non-biological father should have custody and/or visitation rights of a child he did not father. Circumstances considered by the court during the process include whether or not the man believed he was the father. In addition, if a non-birth father successfully demonstrates he has a strong, enduring relationship with a child he hasn't fathered, he may be able to retain parental rights. Maceau Law (http://www.maceaulaw.com/family-lawyers/) works to help men who find they are in this situation.

"Children develop strong relationships with the adult figures in their lives. This holds true even when the adult isn't biologically related to them, in many cases. When a male proves that maintaining a relationship with a child he has helped to raise is in the child's best interests, the court is more likely to allow this relationship to continue following a dissolution of a marriage between the biological mother and non-biological father," Greg Maceau, attorney at law, states.

Factors considered by the court include the age of the child, the wishes of the child's mother, the bond between the non-biological father and child and the presence of the biological father in the child's life. Children who are older are more likely to have developed a relationship with a non-biological father figure and the court doesn't want to dissolve this relationship unnecessarily. In addition, if the biological mother feels it is in the child's best interests to maintain a relationship with a male who has not fathered the child, the court takes this into account.

Maceau goes on to say men who sign a birth certificate, even if they are later found to not be a biological parent, will have more standing in court. The same is true of men who step in when a child's biological father cannot be located or has passed away. The male acts as a father figure in this situation, and the court weighs that in his favor. Other factors also come into play when the court makes this decision.

Men often support children that aren't theirs physically, emotionally and monetarily. The court understands this and also recognizes that cases of this type are complex. The goal remains to do what is best for the child, as he or she has no say in the divorce. For many, this involves staying in contact with a non-biological parent.

"Any male who feels he should be allowed to maintain a relationship with a non-biological child following a divorce should contact Maceau Law (http://www.maceaulaw.com/divorce-lawyers/). Divorce leads to stress for all parties involved, and the court system in Colorado works to reduce the stress children experience during this time. Maintaining a relationship with a non-biological father may help the child as he or she moves forward in life. Don't hesitate to petition the court in this situation. Maceau Law will be happy to assist males who wish to assert their rights in this situation," Maceau explains.

About Maceau Law
Family law, personal injury, divorce and business lawyers in Colorado Springs, Maceau Law brings more than 30 years of experience to each case. The attorneys know the system and the major players as well as the nuances of the court, helping clients to receive an optimal outcome using this knowledge. Attorneys in the firm work for the client , rather than the other way around, and pay attention to the details of the case while listening to the client.

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Growing new collection of articles and video presentations will help site visitors better understand and feel more comfortable with a variety of the most common legal issues, Maceau Law reports

Colorado Springs, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/30/2014 -- Maceau Law, a top legal practice providing a variety of personal- and business-related counsel and representation, announced the launch of "My Legal Times," a new series of articles and videos focusing on some of the most commonly encountered legal issues. Produced by the founder of Maceau Law, Gregory A. Maceau, Esq., as well as the firm's other attorneys, the installments in the new series provide straightforward, actionable advice for business-people and individuals facing such problems as unpaid debts or divorce proceedings. Maceau Law is one of the most active and well-established law firms in the state of Colorado, with principal attorney Maceau himself having practiced law for nearly thirty-five years.

"For many people, the law is a confusing and intimidating subject," Greg Maceau said, "and Maceau Law's new online series 'My Legal Times' is designed to help clear things up. We have already put up a number of articles and video features that seek to clarify some of the most common legal problems and will be releasing many more in the coming months." After graduating from the University of Toledo Law School in 1980, Maceau went to work for the local county Prosecutor's Office, tackling criminal cases ranging from aggravated robbery to murder. After six years of such work, he established a private practice dealing with civil matters, a pursuit that he has remained dedicated to since.

Today, he oversees Maceau Law, a firm of a number of attorneys providing English- and Spanish-language counsel and representation to Colorado Springs-area businesses and individuals. The firm's lawyers handle a wide variety of legal matters, including all aspects of family, personal injury, divorce, and business law, as well as criminal defense. Taken together, Maceau Law's attorneys are some of the most experienced and successful in the state, and the firm has also distinguished itself through the client-first approach that focuses on maximizing legal outcomes, instead of simply piling on fees.

One notable product of this consistent philosophy has been Maceau Law's history of productive work aimed at making the general public more comfortable with and better educated about legal matters. The new "My Legal Times" series is a continuation of this commitment, drawing upon Greg Maceau's extensive legal experience in conjunction with that of the firm's other attorneys to dispel myths and cut through the confusion that surrounds the law in the minds of many laypersons.

The articles and video presentations in the new series are viewable from the main Maceau Law website at http://www.maceaulaw.com, where visitors may also subscribe to be informed about future updates. Those interested in particular legal topics that may have been addressed in the series may find them under the site's categorized navigation links, as with http://www.maceaulaw.com/divorce-lawyers/ for articles that deal with the subject of divorce.

About Maceau Law
A leading law firm serving Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Castle Rock, and surrounding areas, Maceau Law provides individualized, caring counsel and representation for matters ranging from divorce, family and business law to criminal defense.

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Law app allows people to gain qualified advice and other legal help the moment they need it, publishes MacauLaw.com

Colorado Springs, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/25/2014 -- Maceau Law (http://www.maceaulaw.com) today announced its new Law App. The app makes it easy to set up a consultation with an attorney, submit forms for ongoing cases, and send in pictures of events like auto accidents right when they happen. It is intended to simply life for clients and to make it easy to get an opinion about legal matters from real attorneys.

"One of the biggest problems people run into is that they can't get qualified legal advice when they need it," said Greg Maceau, the firm's lead attorney. "If someone searches the internet for legal advice, they'll find thousands of opinions. Without consulting a lawyer, there is no way to know which one of those opinions is correct, or in many cases, if a layman's advice even applies to the law in your country let alone in your state."

This problem can have serious ramifications. It can cause someone to start a lawsuit when there's no chance of winning, or avoid starting one that would have been a shoo-in. The same problem can cause someone to respond inappropriately when they are on the receiving end of legal action. By using the Maceau Law App, people can quickly contact the law office for real, professional advice about what to do.

"Another problem is more common once legal action has begun. It can take days to send forms back and forth between a client and the law office. Our app allows users to just upload forms instead of taking the time and expense to send them through the mail," Maceau said.

The app also makes it possible to quickly find an attorney, so there's no need to start looking for one during a time of crisis. "When someone has just decided to get a divorce (http://www.maceaulaw.com/divorce-lawyers/), the last thing he or she wants to do is start calling around to law firms to decide which one to hire. The same is true if they've just been in a car accident or other catastrophe." Maceau noted. "With the app, it's a simple matter to fill out the consultation form and set up an appointment, so there'll be no need to worry about where to find help. People who have been in accidents or other situations that require visual evidence can also take pictures with their phones and upload them directly to us."

Overall, the Maceau Law app is a very helpful program for anyone who has any legal situations to deal with or questions that require qualified answers. It works on the iPhone and Android, so most people will be able to use it.

About Maceau Law
Maceau Law is a full-service law firm focusing on divorce, personal injury, criminal law, business law, estate planning, and more. It has three lead attorneys and prides itself on paying close personal attention to clients and all their legal issues, whether or not those issues involve court time.

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