About Dill, Evans & Rhodeback
About Us
Dill, Evans & Rhodeback is a distinguished law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services with professionalism, integrity, and a results-driven approach. Our attorneys bring extensive experience in many areas of law including business law, local government law, community associations, real estate, civil litigation, and elder law, offering tailored legal strategies to meet the unique needs of each client.
At our firm, we strive to achieve the highest quality of legal work, attention to detail, and continuous improvement to provide the best legal service to our clients. We take the time to understand and get to know each client. We make certain that they understand their options and can make informed decisions regarding their legal matters. We help individuals, families, and businesses with all their legal needs. Our mission is to deliver strategic, efficient, and effective legal counsel while upholding the highest ethical standards.
Meet Our Attorneys
Warren W. Dill, Esq.
Warren W. Dill was born in Miami, Florida, and raised in Delray Beach, Florida. He resided in New Orleans, Louisiana while attending Law School.
After Law School, he moved to New York, where he was employed under the Federal Honors Program as an attorney for the U.S. Treasury Department representing the Internal Revenue Service in the U.S. Tax Court. In 1974, he relocated to West Palm Beach, Florida, where he was a Deputy County Attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida. He eventually moved to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and established his practice there. He has lectured on Land Use Law in Florida and Wyoming.
In 1989, Mr. Dill moved back to Vero Beach, Florida, where together with former attorney Mr. John E. Evans founded the law firm Dill & Evans P.L., now known as Dill, Evans & Rhodeback.
Mr. Dill is an experienced attorney who specializes in real estate, corporate law, land use law, local government law, and is an authorized title insurance agent for the Old Republic National Title Company. Mr. Dill was the City Attorney for five cities in Wyoming, served as the Town Attorney for the Town of Orchid, and since 1992 has been the City Attorney for the City of Fellsmere, Florida.
Education
- Loyola University School of Law (New Orleans, LA)
- Juris Doctor degree (1972)
- Florida Atlantic University School of Business (Boca Raton, FL)
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance and Accounting (1969)
Practice Areas
- Local Government Law
- Advise local governing bodies on proper parliamentary procedure, negotiate interlocal agreements and government contracts, draft resolutions and ordinances, assist local governments in processing, reviewing, and analyzing land development applications, draft and revise comprehensive plans, zoning and subdivision regulations, code of ordinances, and land development regulations including, enforcing and prosecution of code enforcement cases and utility liens.
- Business Law
- Asset transactions, commercial contracts, corporations, LLCs, nonprofit organizations, partnerships, purchase and sale of businesses, establishing corporations and associations
- Real Estate and Land Use
- Commercial and residential purchase/sales/leases; land use; zoning; mortgage; loan modification and satisfaction of mortgages; warranty deeds; quitclaim deeds; ladybird deeds; consultant contracts with architects and engineers for various services including FHA, VA, and FmHA loan guarantee programs; review construction contracts with contractors; bid documents; bid bonds; payment and performance bonds; letters of credit; general contract conditions; specific contract conditions; covenants, conditions and restrictions; condominium documents; articles; bylaws; rules and regulations for corporations and associations
Bar Admissions
- Florida Bar, since 1972
- Nebraska, since 1974 (past member)
- Wyoming, since 1979 (inactive)
Language
- English
Lectures
Given various land use law topics to lawyers, planners, and elected officials on the …
Atlantic Legal Foundation, Joint Surveyor/Lawyer Seminar; Area Planning Board Seminar for municipalities on the Florida Local Government Comprehensive Planning Act; Wyoming Planning Association Conferences; and Wyoming Association of Municipalities; Real Property Council of Indian River County, FLA/BAR Real Estate Contract Preparation Seminars for the Board of Realtors; Florida Legal Assistants, Legislative Update Seminar; Governmental Affairs/Board of Realtors, Environmental Issues in Residential Real Estate and Governmental Regulations Affecting Real Estate Law.
John G. Evans
(Attorney-Retired)
John G. Evans is a retired attorney with over 50 years of experience in the legal field. He earned his Juris Doctor from Willamette University in Salem, Oregon (1964–1967) and has since built a distinguished career specializing in civil litigation, elder law, business law, family law, and real estate.
Following law school, Mr. Evans practiced at multiple law firms in California before moving to Florida and continuing his experience across various legal disciplines. In the early 1990s, he served as a corporate representative for the Kashi Church Foundation and its affiliated entities. In 1997, he founded John G. Evans, P.A., focusing primarily on elder law and civil litigation.
Mr. Evans was admitted to practice before:
- The Supreme Court of California
- The Supreme Court of Florida
- The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
- The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
- The U.S. District Court for the Central District of Florida
In 1999, Mr. Evans became a partner at Dill & Evans, P.L., alongside Warren W. Dill, Esq., where he continued to specialize in civil litigation, elder law, business law, family law, and real estate. Throughout his career, he has also provided legal representation to businesses, nonprofit organizations, and charitable entities.
D. Johnathan Rhodeback, Esq.
Dwight Johnathan Rhodeback is a partner at Dill, Evans & Rhodeback and practices primarily in the areas of local government law, real estate, and civil litigation. As an authorized title insurance agent for the Old Republic National Title Company, Mr. Rhodeback handles all aspects of title and oversees all of our real estate transactions and closings. He is licensed to practice in all Florida and New York state trial courts, as well as the United States District Court, Southern District of Florida, and represents an array of local businesses, individuals, and governmental entities.
Born in Northeast Ohio, Mr. Rhodeback was the youngest of three siblings in a working-class family. He earned his undergraduate degree from Lycoming College, where he participated in collegiate wrestling. He continued his education at Pace University School of Law, where he served as an editor of the Pace International Law Review. After earning his law degree, Mr. Rhodeback began practicing law at a large firm representing clients in and around New York City prior to moving to Vero Beach, Florida in 2012 to primarily represent clients in civil litigation matters. Mr. Rhodeback joined Dill, Evans & Rhodeback in 2018 and continues to passionately serve clients throughout the Space and Treasure Coasts.
Mr. Rhodeback is the proud father of three children and dedicated to the community having served as President of the Exchange Club of Sebastian and being a member of the Sebastian Chamber of Commerce. In his free time, Mr. Rhodeback enjoys golf, woodworking, and spending time with his family.
Education
- Lycoming College (Williamsport, PA)
- Bachelor of Arts (May of 2006)
- Honors: Dean’s List, Cum Laude
- Pace University School of Law (White Plains, NY)
- Juris Doctor (May of 2009)
- Honors: Dean’s List, Cum Laude
Practice Areas
- Local Government Law
- Advise local governing bodies on proper parliamentary procedure, negotiate interlocal agreements and government contracts, draft resolutions and ordinances, assist local governments in processing, reviewing, and analyzing land development applications, draft and revise comprehensive plans, zoning and subdivision regulations, code of ordinances, and land development regulations including, enforcing and prosecution of code enforcement cases and utility liens
- Business Law
- Asset transactions, commercial contracts, corporations, LLCs, nonprofit organizations, partnerships, Purchase and Sale of Businesses, establishing corporations and associations
- Real Estate and Land Use
- Commercial & residential purchase/sales/leases; land use; zoning; mortgage; loan modification and satisfaction of mortgages; warranty deeds; quitclaim deeds; ladybird deeds; consultant contracts with architects and engineers for various services including FHA, VA, and FmHA loan guarantee programs; review construction contracts with contractors; bid documents; bid bonds; payment and performance bonds; letters of credit; general contract conditions; specific contract conditions; covenants, conditions and restrictions; condominium documents; articles; bylaws; rules and regulations for corporations and associations
- Litigation
- Neighbor disputes, easement disputes, breach of contract, quiet title, foreclosure, partition suit, mechanical liens, homeowners association disputes, landlord and tenant disputes, mediation, appeals, and others
Bar Admissions
- New York
- Florida
Languages
- English
J. Garry Rooney, Esq.
Garry Rooney is a partner at Dill, Evans & Rhodeback and practices primarily in the areas of civil litigation, business law, international law, family law, and elder law. He graduated from Stetson University College of Law, magna cum laude in 1996 and has been with the law firm of Rooney & Rooney, P.A., in Vero Beach, FL since 2004 and a partner at Dill, Evans & Rhodeback since 2018. Mr. Rooney has also owned and operated a construction business in Belize.
Education
- Stetson University College of Law (Gulfport, FL)
- Juris Doctor (1996)
- University of South Florida
- Bachelor’s in Art Philosophy (1993)
Practice Areas
- Litigation
- Neighbor disputes, easement disputes, breach of contract, quiet title, foreclosure, partition suit, mechanical liens, homeowners association disputes, landlord and tenant disputes, mediation, appeals, and others.
- Business Law
- Asset transactions, commercial contracts, corporations, LLCs, nonprofit organizations, partnerships, Purchase and Sale of Businesses, establishing corporations and associations.
- Family Law
- Marriage, divorce, prenuptial agreements, child custody and support, adoption, paternity, and guardianship.
- Elder Law
- Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, Probate, Trust Administration, Guardianship, and others.
Bar Admission
- Florida
Language
- English
Raul A. Perez, Esq.
Raul Antonio Perez was born in Venezuela and raised in Miami, Florida, of Cuban and Venezuelan descent. He moved up to the Space Coast in 2019 and has been with the firm ever since. He is an experienced attorney specializing in estate planning, probate administration, trust administration, and guardianship law.
Mr. Perez was admitted to the Florida Bar in October of 2015, and is a member of the Indian River County Bar Association, Brevard County Bar Association, and the Indian River Estate Planning Council. Outside of the practice of law he serves on the governance and finance committee for the Indian River United Way and is a board member of Silver Circle, a local group dedicated to helping the elderly in our community to find the resources they need.
He is committed to helping individuals and families navigate through their unique needs and estates by providing legal solutions to help them reach their goals and provide comfort when discussing those topics that most find difficult to discuss. He understands that planning for death is not easy, however, he works with clients to ensure that they understand that not planning is worse. He advises clients by confronting the topic of what happens after they pass and how their legacy can be transferred to their loved ones. Additionally, he offers compassionate counsel in guardianship matters and provides his client with possible alternatives to guardianship, if possible. Guardianship is difficult even in the simplest cases as it is very intrusive in the lives of not only the Ward, but everyone involved.
He takes pride in delivering clear guidance and strategic planning to safeguard clients’ assets and secure their legacies. When not practicing law, he enjoys being around his family and friends, playing baseball and golf on the weekends, and traveling.
Education
- University of Florida Levin College of Law (Miami, FL)
- LL. M. in Taxation Master’s in Laws
- St. Thomas University (Miami, FL)
- Juris Doctor (2015)
- Cum Laude
- Certificate in Tax Law and Elder Law
- Member of the Intercultural Human Rights Law Review; VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)
- Florida International University (Miami, FL)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science
- Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy along with a minor in psychology
- Certificates in Latin American and Caribbean Studies; Cuban and Cuban-American Studies; Law, Ethics and Society
Practice Areas
- Elder Law
From drafting comprehensive estate plans, including wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, advanced directives, guiding families through probate administration, trust administration, and incapacity and guardianship proceedings, guardian advocacy (for those who have a developmental disability.)
Bar Admissions
- Florida
Languages:
- English
- Spanish
Kenya L. Matthews
Law Clerk
Kenya L. Matthews is a dedicated legal professional from Maryland. She completed her undergraduate studies at George Mason University. During undergrad, she was a legal intern at Spinks Law, PLLC, a firm specializing in criminal defense and family law. Driven by her passion for advocacy, Ms. Matthews relocated to Miami, Florida to pursue her Juris Doctor degree at St. Thomas University College of Law. While in Law School she was part of the Palermo Program where she would mentor high schoolers in Miami-Dade County who were interested in the legal field. Upon graduating, she began her legal career at Dill, Evans & Rhodeback. In her spare time, she likes traveling, fine dining, and spending time with her friends and family.
Education
- St. Thomas University College of Law (Miami, FL)
- Juris Doctorate Degree (2024)
- George Mason University (Fairfax, VA)
- Government and International Politics (2021)
- Minor: Legal Studies; Concentration: Law, Philosophy and Governance cum laude
Practice Areas
- Litigation
- Family law
Languages
- English
Experience and Dedication
In our decades of practicing law, our expertise and dedication to our craft have driven results for our clients. Our firm offers personalized service, which means you will be working with the same legal representatives throughout your entire case. We do this because we always have our clients’ best interests in mind. We work tirelessly to get you results.
We represent you in the most professional manner. From our interaction with clients to our demeanor in the courtroom, you can count on us to exhibit the professionalism you would expect from the law firm representing you.
Our Team
More Than Lawyers...
When you need legal help, you need more than just a lawyer. You need an advocate with your best interests in mind regardless of your issue, from wills and trusts to probate, guardianship, special needs trust, real estate transactions, business formation and contracts, property disputes, civil litigation, foreclosure, landlords-tenants disputes, and more, we have you covered! We work to build long-lasting relationships with our clients. Contact us today to learn how our expertise can serve your legal needs.