Elliot D. Lasson, Ph.D., ABPP, SHRM-SCP
Baltimore, MD 21209
Office: 410-231-3559
My name is Elliot D. Lasson. I am an Organizational Psychologist with 30+ years spanning corporate, public sector, consulting, higher education, and nonprofit environments. I bring real-world context that judges and juries understand. I bring a dual perspective advantage —not just academic theory.
I have a rare credential combination. I am among the few Licensed Psychologists in the U.S. holding both Board Certification in Organizational and Business Consulting Psychology (ABPP) and senior-level HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, HRCI), thus bridging the gap between psychological science and business practice.
I have a proven track record, having successfully consulted on 15+ employment litigation cases, representing both plaintiff and defendant sides. I have performed document review, delivered expert reports, provided strategic consultation, and testified at deposition and at trial.
Education & Credentials
• Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology - Wayne State University
• Licensed Psychologist - Board Certified in Organizational & Business Consulting Psychology (ABPP)
• Senior HR Certifications - SHRM-SCP, HRCI
• B.A. Psychology - University of Maryland Baltimore County
I am based in Maryland but available nationwide. Let's discuss how my unique combination of psychological expertise and business acumen can add compelling value to your employment litigation matter.
- Employment
- Human Resources
- Industrial Psychology
- Labor Law
- Negligent Hiring
- Recruiting
- Sexual Harassment/Discrimination
- Statistics
- Workplace Violence
- Wrongful Termination
- Q: Please list your professional accreditations, degrees, licenses, and certificates granted:
- A: Licensed Psychologist (Wisconsin)
Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology; Wayne State University
Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in organizational and Business Consulting Psychology
Senior Certified Professional by the Society for Human Resource Management
Senior Professional In Human Resources by the Human Resources Certification Institute
Certified in Hogan Assessments
Certified in Critical Incident Stress Management by the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation - Q: Please list your affiliations or memberships in any professional and/or industry organizations:
- A: Member of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology
- Q: Please list any teaching or speaking experience you have had, including subject matter:
- A: I work as a Professor of Industrial and Organizational Psychology at a public university where I serve as the Graduate program Director of the school's Masters program in that area.
- Q: Have any of your accreditations ever been investigated, suspended or removed? (if yes, explain)
- A: N/A
- Q: On how many occasions have you been retained as an expert?
- A: 15
- Q: For what area(s) of expertise have you been retained as an expert?
- A: Employment Law
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Negligent Hire and Retention
Background Checks
Sexual Harassment
Wrongful Termination
Employee Handbooks and Policies
ADA Reasonable Accommodation
Employee Hiring Practices
Performance Appraisal and Discipline
Workplace Stress
Workplace Violence
Whistleblower Protection
Retaliation
Remote Work - Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the plaintiff?
- A: 7
- Q: In what percentage of your cases were you retained by the defendant?
- A: 7
- Q: On how many occasions have you had your deposition taken?
- A: 4
- Q: When was the last time you had your deposition taken?
- A: Spring 2024
- Q: On how many occasions have you testified as an expert in court or before an arbitrator?
- A: 1
- Q: For how many years have you worked with the legal industry as an expert?
- A: 25
- Q: What services do you offer? (E.g.: consulting, testing, reports, site inspections etc.)
- A: Case Strategy
Document Review
Expert Report
Testimony at Deposition
testimony at Trial - Q: What is your hourly rate to consult with an attorney?
- A: $350
- Q: What is your hourly rate to review documents?
- A: $350
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide deposition testimony?
- A: $350
- Q: What is your hourly rate to provide testimony at trial?
- A: $350
- Q: Please list any fees other than those stated above (E.g.: travel expenses, copy fees, etc.)
- A: Travel time and expenses.
Available Upon Request