- Law studies completed at the University of Innsbruck
- In 2003, doctorate with distinction from the University of Innsbruck (doctoral thesis in the field of Internet law)
- Court practice in Innsbruck and Reutte
- Several years of managerial experience at international companies (Universal Music, Hewlett Packard) with a focus on strategic management, e-commerce, marketing and sales
- Bar-exam in September 2015