Lorna Hajdini: Allegations of Misconduct at JPMorgan

Lorna Hajdini, an executive director in JPMorgan’s New York leveraged finance team, faces serious allegations of drugging and sexually abusing a junior employee. The claims made by John Doe have emerged amidst increasing scrutiny over workplace conduct and power dynamics.

The lawsuit, filed in the New York County Supreme Court on April 27, 2026, alleges that Hajdini coerced Doe into non-consensual sex acts after drugging him with a date rape drug. The accusations also include threats from Hajdini regarding Doe’s career if he rejected her advances.

Key details of the case:

• Doe joined JPMorgan as a Senior VP/Director in March 2024.
• The alleged abuse began shortly after Hajdini’s appointment in April 2024.
• Doe reported racially charged comments made by Hajdini during their interactions.
• He filed a written complaint to JPMorgan’s HR team in May 2025 detailing harassment and discrimination.

Hajdini has denied the allegations through her lawyers, stating that she categorically refutes the claims against her. They assert that there is no merit to the accusations. A spokesman for JPMorgan reiterated this position, saying, “Following our investigation, we don’t believe there’s any merit to these claims.”

Yet, as the case unfolds, it raises significant questions about executive misconduct within major financial institutions. Similar incidents have previously led to severe repercussions for involved parties; for instance, Damilare Ajao faced 20 months in prison for his actions related to sexual harassment.

As the legal proceedings continue, observers are keenly watching how this situation will impact not only Hajdini’s career but also broader discussions on workplace safety and equality at JPMorgan Chase.