NEW YORK (Diya TV) — A high-profile lawsuit accusing a JPMorgan executive of sexual abuse has unraveled, with new details suggesting the claims may have been fabricated, according to multiple media reports and sources familiar with the matter. The case, initially filed under a pseudonym, drew widespread attention after graphic allegations surfaced in court documents. But the complaint has since been withdrawn for “corrections,” and an internal investigation by JPMorgan Chase found no evidence to support the claims.
The lawsuit was filed earlier this week by a man identified as “John Doe.” Sources later told The New York Post that the individual is Chirayu Rana, a 35-year-old former JPMorgan employee who now works at Bregal Sagemount. Rana accused Lorna Hajdini of sexual coercion, claiming she drugged him and forced him into a sexual relationship. He also alleged she threatened his bonus if he refused. However, JPMorgan said its investigation, which included reviewing emails, phone records, and interviews with staff, found no proof of misconduct.
“Following an investigation, we don’t believe there’s any merit to these claims,” a bank spokesperson said.
Sources familiar with the situation said Hajdini did not supervise Rana. Instead, both worked on the leveraged finance team but reported to different managing directors. Hajdini reported to Brandon Graffeo, while Rana reported to Jon Wolter. This reporting structure weakens a central claim in the lawsuit. Hajdini would not have had authority over Rana’s compensation or bonus, according to those sources.
The case gained traction after the Daily Mail published details from the now-retracted filing. The report included explicit allegations that quickly spread across social media. Shortly after, Rana’s legal team withdrew the complaint, citing the need for corrections. The original filing was removed, but coverage had already reached a wide audience. Hajdini strongly denied the allegations.
“She never engaged in any inappropriate conduct with this individual of any kind,” her legal team said in a statement. “She has never even been to the location where the alleged incident supposedly occurred.”
Before filing the lawsuit, Rana attempted to negotiate a financial settlement with JPMorgan, according to sources. He reportedly sought a payout in the millions to leave the firm quietly. The bank declined the request. After talks failed, Rana filed the complaint. Sources said he later refused to participate in the bank’s internal investigation, despite being the complainant. JPMorgan noted that while many employees cooperated, the complainant did not provide supporting details.
Rana has worked at several major financial firms, including Morgan Stanley, Credit Suisse, and The Carlyle Group. He joined JPMorgan in 2024 before moving into private equity. One former colleague described him as “socially awkward” but capable of meeting job expectations. Hajdini, meanwhile, remains employed at JPMorgan. Colleagues describe her as a strong performer. She is also involved in volunteer work with Minds Matter, which supports students from underserved backgrounds.
Despite the withdrawal of the complaint, the allegations remain reportable under U.S. law. Court filings carry what is known as absolute privilege, which protects media outlets from defamation claims if they accurately report on legal documents. This legal standard allows news organizations to cover lawsuits even if the claims later prove false. No trial date has been set, and it remains unclear whether a revised complaint will be filed.
