Lorna Hajdini Named in Expanded JPMorgan Sexual Harassment and Racism Lawsuit

Lorna Hajdini has been named in an expanded lawsuit filed by former JPMorgan Chase banker Chirayu Rana, who has accused the bank and several colleagues of sexual harassment, racial discrimination and retaliation. Rana claims that the alleged misconduct damaged his professional reputation and ended his career in the finance industry.

The lawsuit has attracted widespread attention online because of the serious allegations against the bank and its employees. JPMorgan Chase has rejected the claims, saying it does not believe they have merit. Hajdini has also denied Rana’s allegations.

According to a Reuters report dated July 27, Rana filed an updated complaint in a federal court in Manhattan. The new filing adds further allegations and names additional defendants.

Chirayu Rana Expands Claims Against JPMorgan Chase

In the 82-page complaint, Rana alleges that racism was common within his leveraged finance team. He claims that his South Asian background made him the target of offensive jokes and comments from colleagues.

Rana, who is of Nepali descent, alleges that coworkers referred to him using racial slurs, including “monkey” and “brown boy.” He also claims that colleagues made comments about his use of Indian currency and threatened to involve U.S. immigration authorities against his family.

The complaint argues that the alleged behaviour created a hostile work environment and harmed Rana’s standing within the company.

JPMorgan Chase has disputed the allegations. A spokesperson said the bank does not believe the claims have merit and noted that numerous employees cooperated with the company’s investigation. According to the spokesperson, Rana refused to cooperate.

What Are the Allegations Against Lorna Hajdini?

Lorna Hajdini, a JPMorgan executive director, is facing renewed allegations from Rana in the expanded lawsuit.

Rana claims that Hajdini pressured him into sexual activity and demanded that he remain submissive in exchange for career advancement. He also alleges that she repeatedly told him that she “owned” him.

The complaint includes a sexual assault claim against Hajdini, along with allegations of harassment and discrimination.

Hajdini has denied the accusations. She previously filed a defamation countersuit against Rana, arguing that his claims were false and had caused serious damage to her personal and professional life.

Her legal team had not immediately responded to requests for comment on the expanded complaint, according to Reuters.

It is important to note that these allegations remain disputed. The claims in the lawsuit have not been established as facts by a court.

Rana Says the Dispute Destroyed His Finance Career

Rana’s complaint describes the impact the dispute allegedly had on his career. He says he was once a leading deal originator who earned well over $2 million annually.

However, he claims that the situation changed after he resigned from JPMorgan under pressure in October 2025. According to the complaint, his professional relationships suffered, and his reputation within the private credit and leveraged finance industries was damaged.

Rana further alleges that his subsequent employer dismissed him in April 2026 after efforts by former colleagues to undermine his reputation.

His lawsuit seeks compensation for lost earnings, damage to his reputation and other alleged losses. It also requests punitive damages and additional legal remedies.

Rana’s lawyer, Jon Norinsberg, accused JPMorgan of presenting a misleading account of the dispute. He said the legal team intended to hold the defendants accountable for the harm allegedly caused to Rana’s career and personal life.

Three Additional JPMorgan Employees Named as Defendants

The updated complaint adds three people to the list of defendants: managing directors Brandon Graffeo and Jon Wolter, along with JPMorgan associate Kelly Crowe.

Rana alleges that Graffeo played a leading role in the mistreatment he says he experienced. He also accuses Graffeo and Wolter of trying to damage his reputation within the finance industry after his departure from JPMorgan.

Crowe is accused of making derogatory comments about Rana’s South Asian background and describing him as an “HR liability.”

The complaint contains 21 counts and cites alleged violations of federal civil rights laws, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and New York state and city human rights laws. The claims include racial and sexual discrimination, harassment, retaliation, defamation and sexual assault.

The lawsuit was filed after a New York state judge dismissed an earlier version of the case on July 16, allowing Rana and his new lawyers to revise and refile their claims.

JPMorgan Faces Other Employee-Related Disputes

The case comes at a time when JPMorgan Chase has faced public attention over several disputes involving current and former employees.

Reuters also reported on the bank’s challenge to a $4.25 million arbitration award involving a former wealth manager who was fired after charging the company for a Super Bowl food platter.

These separate matters have generated attention on social media, adding to public scrutiny of the financial institution.

However, the disputes involve different circumstances and should not be treated as evidence supporting the allegations in Rana’s lawsuit.

What Happens Next in the Lorna Hajdini Case?

The expanded complaint brings additional allegations and defendants into the legal dispute between Rana, JPMorgan Chase and the individuals named in the filing.

Rana is seeking financial compensation and other remedies for the harm he says he suffered. JPMorgan has rejected his claims, while Hajdini has denied the allegations and challenged Rana’s statements through her own lawsuit.

The case has drawn attention because of the serious nature of the accusations and the professional consequences described in the complaint. Its outcome will depend on the legal process and the evidence presented by the parties.

For now, the allegations remain contested, and no conclusion about the defendants’ legal responsibility should be drawn solely from the claims made in the lawsuit.