On April 30, 2026, a former JPMorgan employee, Chirayu Rana, filed a lawsuit against Lorna Hajdini, a high-ranking executive at JPMorgan Chase, alleging sexual harassment and abuse. The claims surfaced shortly after Rana joined the leveraged finance team in 2024.
Rana accused Hajdini of drugging him and coercing him into sexual acts. However, an internal investigation by JPMorgan found no evidence to support these serious allegations. A spokesperson for the bank stated, “Following an investigation, we don’t believe there’s any merit to these claims.”
Hajdini has categorically denied the accusations. “Lorna categorically denies the allegations. She never engaged in any inappropriate conduct with this individual of any kind,” her representative stated. The executive has been with JPMorgan since 2011 and is known as a top performer.
The lawsuit was initially filed under the pseudonym ‘John Doe’ but later revealed Rana’s identity. He claimed not only sexual harassment but also racial abuse and retaliation from the bank after he reported his concerns internally in 2025.
Rana and Hajdini were colleagues in the same division but reported to different managing directors. This detail raises questions about the context of their interactions and the validity of Rana’s claims.
The lawsuit was briefly withdrawn for corrections before being refiled, adding another layer of complexity to this case. No trial date has been set yet.
Amid these developments, Rana allegedly sought millions in a payoff from JPMorgan, further complicating perceptions around his motivations. An ally of Hajdini commented that Rana “has tarnished her with a complete fabrication.”
The nature of these allegations is troubling and has sparked discussions within the financial services industry about workplace conduct and accountability.
As investigations continue, uncertainties linger regarding the exact details of the alleged incidents. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for both parties involved.
