February 17, 2026


The Future of Legal Tech: 15 Startups to Watch at the 2026 ABA TECHSHOW Startup Alley

The legal industry is set to witness a remarkable transformation with the announcement of the 15 legal tech startups selected for the prestigious Startup Alley at the 2026 ABA TECHSHOW. This year’s competition was fierce, with hundreds of innovative companies vying for a spot to showcase their technologies that promise to revolutionize legal practices.

The selected startups offer a wide range of solutions aimed at enhancing efficiency, improving client services, and tackling the unique challenges faced by legal professionals today. From artificial intelligence (AI) driven legal research tools to advanced case management platforms, these young companies are on the brink of changing the legal landscape forever.

Among the notable selections is JurisBytes, a startup that leverages AI to provide predictive analytics on court cases, potentially saving lawyers countless hours in legal research and case preparation. Another standout, LegalEase, offers a blockchain-based system to secure digital contracts and automate the verification process, ensuring faster and fraud-resistant transactions.

The inclusion of these startups at the ABA TECHSHOW is a testament to the legal industry's ongoing commitment to embrace digital transformation. Attendees of the TECHSHOW will have the unique opportunity to experience firsthand demonstrations of these cutting-edge technologies, engage with the innovators behind them, and gain insights into the future of law.

As the legal sector continues to evolve, the innovations brought forth by these startups at the Startup Alley will not only enhance the practice of law but also ensure greater access to legal services. The impact of their technologies could lead to more streamlined operations in law firms, reduced costs for clients, and an overall increase in the transparency and efficiency of legal proceedings.

Stay tuned as these ambitious startups take center stage at the 2026 ABA TECHSHOW, setting new benchmarks in legal technology and opening new pathways for the practice of law in the digital age.