You Won't Believe How Many Startups Are Competing—Vote NOW to Shape ABA TECHSHOW's Future!

The countdown has begun for the selection of the next wave of legal tech innovators, as the deadline approaches for voting on the 15 startups that will showcase their innovations at the 10th-annual Startup Alley during the ABA TECHSHOW. Scheduled for March 25-28, 2026, in Chicago, this event serves as a pivotal platform for emerging companies to gain visibility and traction in the legal technology space.

Voting is now open, allowing participants to choose their top five favorites from a pool of 25 semifinalists who have been announced. The opportunity to compete in a live pitch competition, which will kick off the opening night of the TECHSHOW, is a coveted prize for many startups eager to demonstrate their solutions to a packed audience of legal professionals and industry leaders.

On January 12, the ballot was posted, detailing descriptions of each of the semifinalist companies. The voting process is straightforward, enabling voters to allocate their five votes in a variety of ways: they can choose five different startups or concentrate all five votes on a single company. This flexibility encourages broader engagement and investment from the legal community.

DEADLINE FOR VOTING IS FRIDAY, FEB. 13, AT 11:45 P.M. ET. This timeline is crucial as it pushes both the voters and the participating startups to rally support and generate excitement leading up to the event. The voting results will directly influence which companies take the stage, making each vote count significantly in shaping the future of legal technology.

As the legal profession continues to adapt to rapid technological advancements, events like the Startup Alley play a critical role in fostering innovation. They provide a unique opportunity for startups to not only pitch their ideas but also to network with potential investors and partners in a highly focused environment. The exposure gained from participating in such events can be instrumental in helping these companies secure funding and accelerate their growth trajectories.