Meet the Attorneys of Gigliotti & Associates, PC

Douglas P. Chimenti (Partner)

Doug Chimenti has been practicing bankruptcy law for more than 22 years, helping individuals and families throughout Southeast Michigan get relief from overwhelming debt. His practice is focused exclusively on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy, with an emphasis on clear guidance, practical solutions, and personal attention.

Doug regularly represents clients in Chapter 13 bankruptcy cases, assisting clients whose homes are in foreclosure and need time to catch up on mortgage payments, car loans, taxes, or other secured debts while protecting their home and assets.  He also has extensive experience handling Chapter 7 cases, helping eliminate credit card debt, medical bills, and other unsecured obligations so they can move forward with a clean financial slate.

Clients appreciate Doug’s straightforward, plain-English approach. He takes the time to explain how bankruptcy works, what to expect at each stage of the process, and which option—Chapter 7 or Chapter 13—makes the most sense for their specific situation. His goal is to make a stressful process feel manageable and informed, not overwhelming.

Doug earned his bachelor’s degree in Political Science in 2000 from Wayne State University and his law degree from Wayne State University Law School in 2004. He has been licensed to practice law for over two decades, is admitted to practice before the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, and regularly appears on behalf of clients throughout the region.

Outside of his legal practice, Doug is committed to his community as a volunteer high school football coach and a volunteer travel baseball coach, mentoring young athletes both on and off the field.

If you’re facing financial pressure and need clear answers from an experienced bankruptcy attorney, Doug brings decades of hands-on experience and a calm, practical approach clients can trust.

Nicholas R. Glaeser (Partner)

Bio

With over 14 years of legal experience, Nick Glaeser is dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate some of life’s most challenging financial and personal situations. His practice focuses on Social Security Disability, bankruptcy, debt settlement, and landlord–tenant law. He works closely with clients to develop practical, results-driven strategies designed to protect their rights, restore stability, and create a path forward.

He earned my Bachelor’s degree in Public Law from Western Michigan University, where he developed a strong foundation in governmental systems and legal principles. He went on to receive a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law, equipping him with the advocacy skills and legal knowledge that he brings to every case.

Throughout his career, Nick has represented clients in matters ranging from securing Social Security Disability benefits and obtaining bankruptcy relief to negotiating debt settlements and resolving complex landlord–tenant disputes. He understands that legal problems often come with significant stress and uncertainty. His goal is to provide clear guidance, responsive communication, and strong advocacy every step of the way.

Outside of my practice, Nick is a devoted husband and father of two daughters. Family is at the center of his life, and that perspective shapes the way he approaches work — with compassion, integrity, and a deep commitment to helping clients protect what matters most.

Paul B. Gigliotti – Founder (Retired)

Education

• Notre Dame High School Harper Woods
• Bachelor of Arts Degree from Saginaw Valley State University
• Juris Doctor from University of Detroit School of Law

• Gigliotti & Associates, P.C. – 1992 to Current
• Practice of Bankruptcy Law Since 1992
• Practice of Social Security Disability Law Since 1998

Ratings and Awards

• Martindale-Hubbell “BV” rated
• 2008 Macomb County Bar Association Pro Bono Services Award
• 2008 Speaker, “Legal Forum For Seniors” Macomb Bar Association, June 5, 2008

• 1996-Bankruptcy Seminar
• 1997-Bankruptcy Seminar through Detroit Bar Association
• 1997-Bankruptcy Practice Seminar through CBA and PESI
• 1998 Bankruptcy Seminar in Traverse City through American Bankruptcy Institute
• 1998-Bankruptcy Seminar through Oakland County Bar Association
• 1999-Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Seminar through Consumer Bankruptcy Association
• 1999-Bankruptcy Practice Update through PESI
• 2002-Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Seminar through Consumer Bankruptcy Association
• 2003-Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Seminar through Consumer Bankruptcy Association
• 2004-Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Seminar through Consumer Bankruptcy Association
• 2005-ECF Expo through Consumer Bankruptcy Association
• 2005-New Bankruptcy Code Seminar through Consumer Bankruptcy Association
• 2005-Understanding the New Bankruptcy Reform Act Seminar through Institute of Continuing Legal Education
• 2005-Means Test workshop through Best Case (November 11, 2005)
• 2005-American Bankruptcy Institute’s Detroit Bankruptcy Workshop: Practice Under the New
• Bankruptcy Law on November 11, 2005 in Detroit, Michigan
• 2006-“Life After October 17th?”, A Panel Discussion by the United States Bankruptcy Court Judges through the Federal Bar Association
• 2006-BAPCPA: One Year Later, A Columbus Day Seminar
• 2007-Consumer Bankruptcy In Metro Detroit: A ‘Nuts & Bots’ Approach (May 7, 2007)
• 2007-Detroit Consumer Program. ABI/CBA. (November 12, 2007)
• 2008-Bench & Bar Seminar On New EDM Local Bankruptcy Rules (April 11, 2008)
• 2008-Detroit Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 11, 2008)
• 2009-New Michigan Foreclosure Statute Seminar through Consumer Bankruptcy Association
• 2009-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 11, 2009)
• 2010-Consumer Bankruptcy Institute – Plymouth (April 19, 2010)
• 2010-Detroit Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 11, 2010)
• 2011-State Bar of Michigan Social Security Law Seminar (October 14, 2011)
• 2011-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 11, 2011)
• 2012-Social Security Administration – Appeals & Direct Fee Payments – Collaborating with Social Security (April 12, 2012)
• 2012-State Bar of Michigan Social Security Law Seminar – 6th Circuit Update (June 22, 2012)
• 2012-State Bar of Michigan Social Security Law Seminar (October 12, 2012)
• 2012-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 12, 2012)
• 2013-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 11, 2013)
• 2014-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 11, 2014)
• 2015-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 11, 2015)
• 2016-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 11, 2016)
• 2017-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 10, 2017)
• 2018-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 12, 2018)
• 2019-ABI Consumer Bankruptcy Conference (November 11, 2019)

• Admission to State Bar of Michigan in 1992
• Admission to United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan Bar in 1992
• American Bankruptcy Institute
• Consumer Bankruptcy Association
• National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys
• Federal Bar Association
• Macomb County Bar Association
• Italian-American Bar Association
• National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives
• State Bar of Michigan Social Security Section

• ro Bono Attorney Macomb County Senior Legal Aid, 1998 to 2009
• Vice President of Board of Directors of Townhouse Plaza Cooperative, Inc., 2000-2005
• Fraser Public Schools Volunteer, 1994 to 2012
• Soccer Coach, YMCA, 1995
• Soccer Coach for the City of Fraser Youth Soccer Club 1996 to 2012
• Chairman Fraser Youth Soccer Club Disciplinary Committee, 2001 to 2012
• Soccer Coach for the Sterling-Clinton Soccer Club, 2006-2007
• Flag Football Coach for the City of Fraser Recreation Department, 1999-2000
• Powder-Puff Football Coach for Fraser High School, 2009-2010
• AAU Basketball Coach, 2007
• Basketball Coach for the City of Fraser Recreation Department, 2000 to 2006
• Basketball Coach for the City of Roseville Recreation Department, 2004-2005
• Baseball Coach for Roseville Junior Sports, 1998-1999
• Baseball Coach for the Fraser Baseball Club, 2000-2002
• Catechist of Our Lady Queen of All Saints Church, 2002-2003