Events and Classes
Attorney Boyd Handley offers free information sessions on a variety of topics including Guardianship & Alternatives to Guardianship, The Special Needs Toolkit, Special Needs Trusts, and Estate Planning (Wills and Trusts). If you'd like Attorney Handley to speak at your organization, house of worship, school or community, please contact The Handley Law Office at 281.703.3616. He provides this service in person or by Zoom, free of charge.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Watch this space for additional events as they are added.
Partners Resource Network Growing Stronger Together Conference and Resource Fair
plus Special Needs Toolkit Presentation by Boyd Handley, The Handley Law Office
Saturday, September 26, 2026
8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Presentation: 1:15 pm
United Way of Bay Area
1300 Bay Area Blvd.- A
Houston, TX 77058
This conference is designed to empower parents and self-advocates by providing practical information, resources, and strategies to navigate special education and disability services with confidence. Attendees will learn about their rights, available supports, and effective advocacy skills through information presentations and opportunities to connect with professionals, community organizations, and other families.
There will be Parent Sessions in English and Spanish and Youth sessions, all in one place!
The conference is FREE but registration is required. Youth ages 14 and older must register for youth-specific sessions. See flyer for registration details.
Magnolia ISD Say Boo to Barriers Resource Fair & Presentation (Supported Decision Making & Guardianship)
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Magnolia Event Center
11659 FM 1488
Magnolia, TX 77354
The "Say Boo to Barriers" Resource Fair is an excellent opportunity to visit with community partners who will have information tables and resources for attendees. The Handley Law Office will be there with a free, comprehensive 32-page resource guide for families to take home. In addition, Attorney Boyd Handley will have a presentation about Supported Decision-Making Agreements, Guardianship, and Alternatives to Guardianship. If you're wondering which option is best for your child now or in the future, this is a great presentation to attend to get expert information from the father of an adult daughter with disabilities.
The Arc of Fort Bend County Fall Disability Resource Fair
Saturday, November 7, 2026
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
Clements High School (Gymnasium)
4200 Elkins Rd.
Sugar Land, TX 77479
This annual festival features up to 50 vendors in the disability community. The event is held in conjunction with the Clements High School National Honor Society's Fall Festival for Children with Special Needs. The festival features games, crafts, and activities for children with special needs ages 5-13 with special needs and their siblings. While the children are enjoying the festival, caregivers can visit the resource fair to learn about a variety of disability resources and services in the community. Team Handley from The Handley Law Office will have an information table full of resources, including the comprehensive Special Needs Toolkit and the resource document from TEA about Waiver Programs.
Katy ISD Transition Resource Night
Tuesday, March 23, 2027
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
KISD Education Support Complex
6301 S. Stadium Ln.
Katy, TX 77494
This is KISD's annual fall resource fair with vendors from many area that support the disability community. Visit information tables from many areas like education, financial planning, legal concerns, social programs, and more. Team Handley, featuring attorney Boyd Handley, will be on hand to share resources including the 32-page Special Needs Toolkit information guide and the TEA handout regarding Waiver Programs.
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Attorney Boyd Handley offers complimentary speaking engagements on a variety of topics including Estate Planning, Probate, Guardianship and Alternatives to Guardianship and The Special Needs Toolkit.
If your organization, house of worship or school would like to have Boyd Handley as a speaker, please contact The Handley Law Office at 281.703.3616. These in-person or Zoom seminars are conducted free of charge.