The clock is ticking for those interested in shaping the future of legal technology as the deadline approaches for selecting the 15 finalists who will compete at the 10th annual Startup Alley at the ABA TECHSHOW 2026, set to be held in Chicago from March 25-28. As highlighted in a recent report, the final voting date is February 13, ending at 11:45 p.m. ET.
The competition is set to kick off as the opening-night event and will include a live pitch competition. Each participating startup aims to capture attention, not only for the visibility it provides but also for the strategic advantages that come with showcasing their innovations at a prominent industry event. Following the pitches, these startups will have their own dedicated space in the Startup Alley section of the exhibit hall, providing a unique platform for interaction with industry experts and potential clients.
Voters have the flexibility to award their five votes as they see fit—either casting all five votes for a single startup or distributing them among their top five favorites, thereby influencing which startups will have this invaluable opportunity to present and connect with legal industry stakeholders.