Senior Arbitration and Disputes Associate
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About the Role
We are looking for a highly driven, bilingual (Arabic/English) Senior Associate to join our Arbitration practice. The role is suited for a lawyer with strong experience in complex commercial and investment arbitration, capable of handling high-stakes disputes and contributing meaningfully to advocacy and case strategy.
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Overview
We are looking for a highly driven, bilingual (Arabic/English) Senior Associate to join our Arbitration practice.
The role is suited for a lawyer with strong experience in complex commercial and investment arbitration, capable of handling high-stakes disputes and contributing meaningfully to advocacy and case strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Handle arbitration matters from the initial case assessment stage through to final award and enforcement.
- Draft and review pleadings, memorials, written submissions, arbitration clauses, and related legal documents.
- Contribute to case strategy, legal analysis, and dispute resolution planning.
- Prepare for and participate in hearings, including oral submissions and witness examination.
- Advise clients on commercial and investment arbitration matters across multiple jurisdictions.
- Support arbitration-related court proceedings, including annulment actions and jurisdictional disputes where required; and
- Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and practical legal advice.
Candidate Profile
- To be considered for this role, candidates should meet the following criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in law or an equivalent legal qualification.
- Valid legal qualification and admission to practice.
- At least 7 years of post-qualification experience, with a significant focus on arbitration.
- Full fluency in Arabic and English, both written and spoken.
- Strong experience in commercial and investment arbitration, including familiarity with leading arbitration rules and institutions.
- Proven ability to prepare high-quality pleadings, submissions, and arbitration agreements.
- Experience in oral advocacy, including hearing preparation and witness examination.
- Excellent analytical, drafting, and research skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage arbitration cases independently and efficiently.
- Solid knowledge of arbitration laws and frameworks in Egypt, Qatar, and the wider MENA region.
- Commercial awareness, sound judgment, and a practical, solution-focused mindset.
- Strong interpersonal, client-facing, and communication skills.
Preferred Experience
- The following will be considered an advantage:
- Experience in arbitration-related litigation, including annulment proceedings and jurisdictional challenges
- Exposure to multi-jurisdictional disputes and cross-border arbitration matters
Senior Associate
Type of employment
Full
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Application
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to:
carreers@slf-qa.com
About Al Sulaiti Law Firm
Al Sulaiti Law Firm is a leading full-service law firm in Qatar, recognised for its strong reputation, high-calibre work, and commitment to excellence.
For over 20 years, we have advised a diverse portfolio of clients on complex local and cross-border matters across a wide range of sectors.
Our work spans Civil and Criminal Litigation, Arbitration and ADR, Construction, Energy, Corporate, Real Estate, Intellectual Property, Insurance, Media and Telecommunications, Employment, Banking and Finance, and Tax.
We are trusted by prominent clients to handle significant, high-value matters with precision, commercial awareness, and a solutions-driven approach.
What sets us apart is not only the quality of our legal expertise, but also the strength and diversity of our team.
Our lawyers and consultants come from Qatar, Egypt, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom, and we provide services in Arabic, English, French, and Italian.
This enables us to deliver legal support that is commercially informed, culturally aware, and tailored to our clients’ needs.
At Al Sulaiti Law Firm, we value professionalism, collaboration, and client trust.
We are committed to building a dynamic and supportive environment where talented professionals can grow, contribute meaningfully, and be part of delivering exceptional legal service.
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