Dr. Sudiman Sidabukke has extensive professional experience in law, education, and advocacy. He earned a Doctorate of Law from Brawijaya University and has served as a lecturer at the Faculty of Law, University of Surabaya, and as an advocate since 1980. He is also the founder of the law firm Sidabukke Clan & Associates in Surabaya.

For his contributions to the legal field, he received the 200 Club: Indonesia's Most Influential Lawyer award in 2025 and 2026, organized by Hukumonline.