Dillan is a candidate attorney at Van Velden-Duffey Inc, currently serving his articles in the criminal and litigation department. Born and raised in Upington, Northern Cape, Dillan excelled in high school, graduating as a dux-learner and receiving the Radio Riverside Aubrey Beukes Community Award in the High School Best Achiever Category.

After graduating high school, Dillan went on to pursue his LLB degree at the North-West University in Potchefstroom, which degree he completed in 2022. During his studies, he was actively involved in various student leadership structures and founded the North-West University Moot Society, a platform for law students to hone their speaking and drafting skills.

Dillan is dedicated to personal growth and is always looking for ways to improve himself through new challenges and opportunities.