Chirayu Rana, a former JPMorgan banker, has lost his attorney for the third time in his ongoing lawsuit against the bank. Attorney Jon Norinsberg filed a motion on October 14, 2026, to withdraw from the case, citing 'irreconcilable differences' with Rana. The motion was submitted to US District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan in Manhattan federal court, and the attorneys requested to explain their reasons in a sealed filing to protect confidential information.
Rana has accused former colleague Lorna Hajdini of sexual assault and misconduct, allegations that Hajdini denies. Rana's legal troubles have included a previous attorney withdrawal in May, and he has reportedly struggled to maintain legal representation throughout the case. Sources indicate that Rana's outgoing attorneys are distancing themselves from some of his claims, which have been described as 'outrageous.'
The lawsuit, initially filed in late April 2026 under the pseudonym 'John Doe,' claims that Hajdini drugged Rana and forced him into servitude to protect his career and bonuses. However, JPMorgan and Hajdini have both denied the allegations, stating they lack merit. An internal investigation by JPMorgan reportedly found no evidence supporting Rana's claims.
Hajdini has countersued Rana for defamation, citing threats against her and her family resulting from the allegations. Rana, who left JPMorgan for Bregal Sagemount in late 2025, was let go from that firm in April 2026 due to performance issues.