Litigation & Arabic Legal Drafting Intern

Litigation & Arabic Legal Drafting Intern

Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners is offering a 10-week paid internship focused on litigation practice and Arabic legal drafting. This is a unique opportunity for bilingual law graduates seeking hands-on experience in a leading Qatari firm. You will assist with commercial litigation before Qatar courts, draft Arabic legal documents, and gain exposure to the Qatari legal system from the inside.

Programme Details

• Duration: 10 weeks
• Location: Sultan Al-Abdulla & Partners, West Bay, Doha
• Paid internship: Monthly stipend provided
• Open to: Arabic-speaking law students or recent graduates

Key Responsibilities

• Draft Arabic pleadings and legal memoranda under the supervision of senior advocates
• Conduct research on Qatar Civil Code (Law No. 22 of 2004) and Commercial Procedure Code
• Attend hearings at the Qatar Court of First Instance and Court of Appeal as an observer
• Assist with document translation and bilingual legal drafting
• Support the team on real estate and commercial dispute matters

• Assist with court filings and procedural matters
• Complete assigned legal research projects in Arabic and English
• Attend weekly mentoring sessions with a senior advocate
• Maintain case files and document management
• Prepare an end-of-programme research paper on a Qatari legal topic

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed an LLB programme (Qatari or international)
• Native or near-native Arabic proficiency with strong English skills — bilingual drafting essential
• Interest in litigation, advocacy, and Qatari law
• Knowledge of Qatar's legal system is advantageous
• Strong academic record and attention to detail