Public Human Services Attorneys (PHSA) Education Conference

Why Attend

At the annual PHSA Education Conference produced by APHSA, legal leaders from state, county, and federal human services agencies join industry professionals in learning about the latest legal trends. The conference is hosted by the APHSA affinity group, Public Human Services Attorneys (PHSA) Affinity Group, which is focused on the legal components of government human services. Stay tuned for a finalized agenda. We can’t wait to see you there!

This conference showcases innovative approaches to the design and delivery of state, county, and city human services at the intersection of legal compliance, policy, and practice. There is also a focus on important legal topics in the larger realm of human services, with the ability for attendees to obtain all their annual continuing legal education units (CLE), including ethics. This conference offers unparalleled opportunities for learning, peer networking, experiencing hands-on demonstrations of solutions, and connecting with a wide array of committed partners and organizations, all working toward a shared vision: Thriving Communities Built on Human Potential.

Justification for Travel Request

The letter outlines the necessity of the proposed travel to attend the 2025 Public Human Services Attorneys (PHSA) Education Conference, emphasizing how it will contribute to your team’s goals and foster valuable connections. It also details the expected benefits, ensuring alignment with your agency’s overall strategy and return on investment.

Registration

REGISTRATION OPENING SOON!

To register, you must sign in using the email associated with your APHSA profile. If you do not have a profile, you must create one. Contact our Member Services team if you have questions about your registration profile.

If you have other questions about registration, please direct those requests to our registration specialist, Dominic Hollis.

Please make a note:

• Registering for this event is an agreement to pay the stated fees. We strongly encourage you to have your travel approved before registering. If you register before receiving travel approval and do not attend the conference, your organization is responsible for paying the registration fees. Any unpaid registration fees must be paid before arrival at the conference unless a valid purchase order is on file to guarantee payment. If your agency is paying by check, please include your confirmation notice with your payment.

2025 Registration Fees

This year’s registration fees, payment information, and cancellation policies will soon be announced. Return to this page to check for updates.

Additional Information

During registration, you must provide a cell phone number and email address. The event team will use your phone number to send event updates via push notifications. This number will not be shared with any other parties.

Group Discount: 4+ Participants

Bring your team of four or more and receive a $25 discount per registration!
To obtain the registration discount code and detailed information, please use PHSA25 as the discount code. Note: Discounts do not apply to additional sponsor personnel passes, as the price of additional sponsor passes has already been reduced.

Payment Information

All registration fees must be paid at the time of registration with a credit card (American Express, Visa, MasterCard) or an accompanying Purchase Order number on file with APHSA before the start of the conference. If you are paying by check, please include your confirmation notice with your payment.

Registering for this event is an agreement to pay the stated fees. We strongly encourage you to have your travel approved before registering. If you register before receiving travel approval and do not attend the summit, your organization will be responsible for paying the registration fees.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellation requests must be received in writing by the upcoming date in 2025. No refunds will be available after this date. We will not accept cancellation requests by telephone. A $150 cancellation fee for pre-paid registrations and those invoiced on a purchase order will be assessed. All refunds are processed after the conference. Registration fees for attendees who do not show will not be waived or refunded. Please note that your agency is responsible for paying any fees, even if you don’t attend the conference. You are responsible for canceling your registration and any hotel reservation in accordance with the cancellation policy.