Voting is now open for the selection of the 15 startups that will compete in the prestigious Startup Alley at the upcoming ABA TECHSHOW 2026, scheduled for March 25-28 in Chicago. This eagerly anticipated event marks its tenth year and represents a key opportunity for legal tech startups to showcase their innovations. Not only do selected startups get to exhibit in a special Startup Alley segment of the exhibit hall, but they also have the chance to dazzle in a live pitch competition marking the opening night of TECHSHOW. Legal professionals can cast their decisive votes by reviewing the semifinalists now and submitting their choices by Friday, February 13, at 11:45 p.m. ET. This year’s ballot allows participants to cast up to five votes, which can be distributed among different favorites, or concentrated if they wish to back a single favorite startup multiple times.
The ballot features a diverse range of startups, including VoiceScript, Inc. with its unified litigation productivity platform, Bradwell’s AI workspace tailored for solo and small law firms, and Candle AI’s legal email assistant for small and mid-sized law firms, among others. The competition includes promising entries such as case drafting platforms, AI-tuned tools for estate planning, and technologies streamlining financial analysis in legal contexts. More details, including summaries of the semifinalists and their innovations, can be accessed through the official ballot.
The Startup Alley is renowned for tapping into emerging legal technologies, offering insights into advancements that address diverse challenges faced by legal professionals. The ABA TECHSHOW is a landmark event that not only highlights technological innovation but also serves as a hub for networking and exchange among legal tech enthusiasts. Attendees and participants alike are set to benefit from the innovative solutions brought forth by the finalists of Startup Alley, shaping the future landscape of the legal tech arena.