The lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase executive Lorna Hajdini has been filed by John Doe in the New York Supreme Court, alleging serious misconduct including sexual harassment and abuse of authority.
The complaint claims that Hajdini targeted a junior male colleague shortly after he joined the firm in March 2024. The allegations detail repeated sexual advances and racially offensive remarks made by Hajdini towards Doe. According to the lawsuit, she allegedly threatened Doe’s career if he did not comply with her advances.
Specific allegations include derogatory comments about Doe’s wife and instances where Hajdini initiated sexual acts despite his resistance. In one instance, she reportedly said, “If you don’t f**k me soon, I’m going to ruin you… never forget, I f**king own you.” These claims paint a troubling picture of workplace culture at JPMorgan.
In response to the allegations, JPMorgan has denied any wrongdoing, stating that an internal investigation found no merit in the claims. Hajdini’s lawyers assert that she never engaged in inappropriate conduct with Rana, who is identified as John Doe. They emphasize her categorical denial of all accusations.
Chirayu Rana, the man behind the pseudonym John Doe, filed an internal complaint at JPMorgan Chase in May 2025 regarding race- and gender-based harassment. The case has drawn significant attention due to its serious nature and the high-profile status of those involved.
As this legal battle unfolds, observers are keenly watching how it will impact not just the individuals involved but also broader issues of workplace misconduct within large financial institutions like JPMorgan Chase.
