We challenge unlawful banking practices to safeguard the public from financial exploitation.
Every year, the CFPB handles millions of consumer disputes.
Fraud in financial services often hides behind predatory lending, abusive collections, or misleading fee schemes. These practices drain households, destabilize finances, and erode trust in systems meant to protect consumers. In 2024, the CFPB received approximately 2.7 million consumer disputes about credit reporting alone, highlighting how pervasive financial harm has become. KalielGold responds with aggressive litigation designed to halt exploitation and demand accountability across the financial sector.
OUR APPROACH
Exposing fraud mechanics to deliver real accountability.
We approach financial fraud cases with a deep understanding of banking systems and the tactics financial institutions use to obscure misconduct. Every fee structure, contractual document, and marketing disclosure is scrutinized to uncover how consumers are being exploited. We build our cases with financial experts, rigorous data analysis, and tailored legal arguments that withstand corporate defenses. Our strategy is rooted in persistence and clarity, pushing cases forward to deliver outcomes that both protect consumers and reform the way financial institutions operate.
Notable Cases
Improper wire transfer fee class action
Aseltine v. Bank of America, N.A., No. 3:23-cv-00235 (W.D.N.C.)
Class action alleging improper charges on incoming wire transfers, resulting in a $21 million settlement.
Unlawful ACH fee assessment class action
Bruin v. Bank of America, N.A., No. 3:22-cv-00140 (W.D.N.C.)
Class action alleging banks imposed fees on certain ACH transfers, resulting in an $8 million settlement.
ATM fee misrepresentation class action
Figueroa v. Capital One, N.A., No. 3:18-cv-00692-JM-BGS (S.D. Cal.)
Class action alleging improper assessment of ATM fees, resulting in a $13 million settlement.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
“Fraud in financial services destabilizes families and communities which is why we confront these abuses head-on to bring accountability back to the banking system.”
Sophia Goren Gold & Jeffrey Kaliel
Founders
Sophia Goren Gold & Jeffrey Kaliel
Founders
Legal advocates with the skill to challenge fraud and reshape financial practices.
If a financial institution misled or exploited you, let’s hold them accountable together.
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