June Luna
(Director)
June Luna is an American national who moved to Cape Town in 2009. She graduated from the University of Cape Town with a postgraduate LLB degree in 2012 and began working in legal publishing. She completed her articles of association with a boutique law firm and was admitted as an attorney in the Republic of South Africa shortly thereafter.
She has practiced South African immigration law exclusively over the last decade, assisting thousands of persons of all ages from across the globe to reside, work, study, invest in and visit South Africa. She is well respected in the legal profession for her commitment to her clients, her personable attitude, her due diligence and her problem-solving skills.
June is managing partner of June Luna Attorneys Incorporated (JLIA). She personally assists clients in South Africa and abroad with their immigration queries and applications, ranging from visitor visa extensions to permanent residency and applications for South African citizenship.
June’s law firm has a network of legal experts in South Africa and abroad who can read between the lines and tell you just what will be needed for your application to be successful.
June herself has extensive knowledge of the workings of the Department of Home Affairs and is thus well-positioned to assist foreigners with a range of civil services, including applications for ID books, passports, birth certificates, death certificates, marriage interviews, marriages and the registration of foreign births.
Her experience of working with Home Affairs on both a personal and professional level offers peace of mind that this road has been travelled before – and that she knows what roadblocks, if any, are likely to lie ahead in your immigration journey.
Meet The Team
John Tully
(General Manager)
Irish-born John Tully moved to Cape Town, South Africa in 2012. Since then, he has been fortunate to have had a wide variety of professional experiences in senior management positions and as a business owner. When June was looking for a general manager for her fast-expanding legal business after COVID-19, John seized the opportunity to be part of the JLIA team. His primary daily responsibilities include corporate governance, legal compliance, client intake and specific case management, but he also enjoys ‘sticking the boot’ to the Department of Home Affairs when the opportunity presents itself.
Danielle Okkers
(Case Manager)
Danielle (or “Dani”) grew up in the small South African town of Worcester. Having worked in the field of administration since 2014. She has extensive experience and is never scared to direct her efficiency and laser-like focus on a big list of “to-dos”. As a result of her experience in the fields of accounting, business and immigration, Dani can adapt to the needs of a variety of clients and situations. Dani has deepened her self-assurance and knowledge of immigration law at JLIA and has come to realise that everyone needs a helping hand. She is invigorated by the challenges of developing the business and greatly enjoys working with the team.
Lana Maydew
(Client liaison manager Western Cape)
Lana moved to Cape Town from her native Lithuania in 2005 and has worked in the travel, visa and hotel industries. She has a plethora of knowledge and experience with immigration law and has worked with government and corporate entities in Lithuania, the United Kingdom and South Africa. Fluent in both Russian and Lithuanian, Lana enjoys working with JLIA’s foreign clientele from Eastern Europe. She is delighted to be part of what she describes as the “vibrant, competent and welcoming JLIA team!”
Wesley Bosman
(Candidate Attorney)
Wesley Bosman, also known as “Wes”, is a native of Cape Town. He is a driven candidate attorney with a strong desire to provide consistent and ethical service. He greatly enjoys working in the legal sector and the fresh problems and educational opportunities it offers to develop him into a well-rounded legal professional. Being a “people person” enables him to establish trusting bonds with customers, associates, and people from a variety of backgrounds. Wesley has relished the unmatched possibilities for personal development, mentorship and professional advancement he has had at JLIA, and he is invested in continuing to develop both personally and professionally and contributing to the team.
Amy Pelton
(Case Manager)
Amy, born and bred in the Mother City, is part of our visa team. As a case manager, she knows the life-changing impact she can have on her clients’ journey to a foreign country. She is versatile and multi-faceted and can capably handle a wide range of tasks across JLIA’s departments. Her broad skill set makes her invaluable, from managing visa applications to assisting with court preparation and even tackling the queues at Home Affairs. Her strong organizational skills mean she is always on the ball and never misses a detail. Outside of work, Amy enjoys long walks on the Alphen trail with her puppy and going for a good game of padel.
Tesslyn Lawrence (LLB)
(Legal Advisor)
Originally from Durban Kwa-Zulu Natal, “Tess” moved to Cape Town after completing her law degree at the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal. She did her articles at Legal Aid South Africa for two years, gaining extensive experience with criminal cases that gave her a deep understanding of the legal system and helped her develop strong people skills. She is approachable and empathetic, enabling her to connect with clients, colleagues and others easily and effectively. In every aspect of her work, Tess strives to be helpful and supportive, believing that everyone deserves justice and fair representation. Her commitment to these principles drives her to constantly improve and to positively affect the lives of those she serves.
Martinique Schilder
(Reception/Office Admin)
Martinique obtained her Secretarial and Business Communications diploma from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology in 2012/13. As the frontline receptionist and first point of contact at June Luna Immigration Attorneys, she prides herself on being patient, thoughtful, considerate and passionate. With over 20 years’ experience in administration and client care, Martinique ensure that processes are adhered to, and that logistics run smoothly. Coupled with her significant administrative experience, she effectively maintains the application of legal obligations and the safeguarding of the governing documents. Joining the June Luna team has given her a great opportunity to grow and has helped her see the power everyone has to touch the lives of others.
Patrick Stack
(VFS Facilitator)
Patrick is our elder statesman, a true gent with many years’ experience across multiple fields. His passion for people and eagerness to assist are of great value to the JLIA team – as the JLIA Representative, his main role is to assist our Cape Town clients at the VFS Submission Centre. On a typical day, he will meet with clients and facilitate a meeting between them and the VFS administrator. Patrick lives in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs with his fantastic wife Sandy. They are the proud parents of four boys, who are scattered across the globe. When not assisting our clients with their visa submissions, Patrick can be found exercising, socializing or attending to committee affairs at the Kelvin Grove Country Club.
Jade Hermanus
(High Court and Home Affairs Facilitator)
“Hi, I’m Jade, based in the vibrant city of Cape Town. I’m passionate about client relations and love working with people to help them navigate their challenges. In my role at June Luna Attorneys, I get to make a real difference in clients’ lives. When I’m not at work, you can find me playing video games or enjoying outdoor activities. I believe in balancing work with fun, and I’m always up for a new adventure!”. I have extensive experience in both the industrial and shipping sectors, where I have served as a company representative and handled various office responsibilities. My role has involved engaging with clients and stakeholders, representing the company’s interests, and ensuring effective communication. Additionally, I have managed administrative tasks that support operations, demonstrating a strong understanding of customer relations within these industries.
What Our Clients Have To Say
Our reviews and testimonials
June is exceptional at what she does and she does it in the nicest manner. Always with a smile and never getting bogged down. She is a pleasure to work with and I would recommend her any-day. She really is our lifesaver!
June was extremely helpful with our SA temporary residency process and was also instrumental in filing our US green card application. She is very responsive to emails and researches any answers to questions that she doesn't immediately have at her fingertips. Her attention to administrative and bureaucratic detail is exactly what I needed when trying to navigate immigration laws that change often and processes that don't always make the most sense.
Having been thrown around several lawyers during my time in South Africa (11 years), I can relate and understand the pressure and stress that comes with it. I can say with confidence that the best I have ever dealt with is June Luna Immigration Advisors . From the first phone call, I was greeted with a professional welcome and immediate actions. She briefed on different options, but most satisfying, she went through with all of it. All processes were expedited and I was kept in the loop step by step. I encourage all people facing similar issues to reach out to her.
I truly recommend June Luna as an immigration advisor and lawyer , she is very knowledgeable and pay attention to details, especially because every case is unique .She will always find the perfect solution for everyone.