In 1971-1976 served in the Soviet Navy.
In 1976-1979 attended Moscow State University.
In 1990 graduated from Moscow State School of International Relations with Master’s degree in international relations and Arab studies.
In 1990-1994 worked as a diplomatic officer in the Russia’s Foreign Service (stationed in the Middle East).
In 1999 graduated from South Texas College of Law in Houston (Juris Doctor).
In 2000-2001 worked as a contract attorney in Houston.
In 2001-2003 worked with Christian Hill & Associates, P.C. in Houston as a workers’ compensation attorney.
In 2003-2006 worked with Malaise & Davis, L.L.P. in San Antonio as a workers’ compensation attorney.
In 2006 joined Malaise Law Firm, P.C. in San Antonio as a workers’ compensation attorney.