Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm Announces The Promotion Of Mr. Ricardo Cid To Partner
Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm promotes Mr. Ricardo Cid to Partner, recognizing his leadership in International Arbitration.
Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm announces the promotion of Mr. Ricardo Cid to Partner
The Doha-based firm, Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm is pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. Ricardo Cid to Partner, recognizing his exceptional contributions and leadership in the International Arbitration Division. In this role, Mr. Cid has been instrumental in managing complex cross-border disputes, guiding arbitration cases, and supporting the Firm’s teams in delivering high-quality legal services to clients both locally and internationally.
This promotion reflects the Firm’s commitment to recognizing talent, fostering professional leadership, and aligning with the evolving legal landscape in Qatar.
Mr. Ricardo Cid commented on his promotion,
"I am honoured to share that I have been promoted to Partner at Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm. It is a particular privilege to be the first Partner of the firm, a milestone that reflects not only personal trust, but also the collective journey, ambition, and growth of Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm. I look forward to continuing to support and empower our exceptional team, helping them grow, perform at the highest level, and achieve our shared goals together. My sincere thanks, in particular, to Essa Mohammed Al Sulaiti for your belief and unwavering trust throughout the years. I am also grateful to my colleagues and clients for their continued confidence and support."
Experience
- Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm, Partner – Jan 2026 – Present, Doha, Qatar
- Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm, Senior Legal Consultant – Feb 2018 – Jan 2026, Doha, Qatar. Responsibilities included managing international clients, providing legal advice, preparing contracts, establishing the Firm’s international network, drafting legal articles, and representing the Firm at conferences and business events.
- Ricardo Cid Advogado, Lawyer – Apr 2017 – Jan 2018
- Jpalms Law Firm, Lawyer – Nov 2003 – Apr 2017, Coimbra. Responsibilities included drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and litigating cases across labour, civil, and sports law; strategic case management; supervising team members; and supporting firm growth initiatives.
Education
- Postgraduate Studies in Sports Law, Universidade de Coimbra, 2005 – 2006
- Bachelor of Law, Universidade de Coimbra, 1998 – 2003
Professional Profile
Mr. Ricardo Cid is a Portuguese-qualified lawyer admitted to the Portuguese Bar Association, with extensive experience advising and representing clients in Qatar. As Senior Legal Counsel and Head of the International Arbitration Division at Essa Al Sulaiti Law Firm, he leads the Firm’s dispute resolution and arbitration practice. He is recognized for his expertise in civil, commercial, construction, and infrastructure disputes and has acted in high-value arbitration proceedings under ICC, LCIA, QICCA, and QICDRC rules. Fluent in English, Portuguese, Spanish, and French, Mr. Cid advises clients with a strategic, commercially focused approach.
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