Klinedinst attorneys are experienced in providing counsel to a broad spectrum of clients in the financial services industry. Members of our Financial Institutions and Credit Unions Practice Group are experienced in representing banks, credit unions, lenders (including third-party lenders), and other financial institutions.

As part of this practice, Klinedinst counsels clients on a array of lending matters, including commercial lending, real estate, and asset-based lending. We defend the rights of clients accused of wrongful foreclosure, failure to disclose, and a wide array of commercial tort lawsuits. Klinedinst attorneys also defend institutions in cases involving creditors rights, including lawsuits alleging discrimination, failure to disclose, sub-prime issues, trustee/trustor disputes, and improper lending.

Despite intense and increased scrutiny by regulatory agencies, financial institutions are often the subject of lawsuits involving predatory or unfair business practices. Klinedinst attorneys are skilled at defending against lawsuits alleging violations of the California Commercial Code, UCC (Primarily Article 3 and 4), FDCPA (Federal Department Collection Practice Act), Regulation Z, and the Auto Sales and Financing Act. Our experience in working with regulatory bodies is also useful, particularly in cases brought by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, the Office of Comproller and currency, the Office of Thrift Supervision, the California Department of Corporations, and other banking industry regulators.

Our clients also face a wide array of non-financial related issues. Like any business, they are often subject to claims alleging employment discrimination, harassment, and other violations of the California Labor Code. Our experience in defending California businesses in these types of claims, combined with tour knowledge and understanding of the industry, help Klinedinst attorneys to resolve these cases as quickly and efficiently as possible.