Prior Big Law and In-House Experience
- Porter Hedges
- Seyfarth Shaw
- Schlumberger
- Tung Law Firm
Education
- University of Texas, BBA
- Southern Methodist University, JD
Licenses
- Admitted to practice law in Texas
Professional Experience
Joseph Tung joined Grable Martin after more than a decade in solo practice, where he served as outside general counsel to businesses and investors across a broad range of industries, including technology, construction, oil and gas, telecommunications, real estate, professional services, hospitality, retail, and franchising. His practice encompasses corporate, transactional, employment, litigation, intellectual property, and real estate law, with a focus on providing practical, business-oriented solutions.
Before launching his own firm, Joseph served as Senior Legal Counsel at Schlumberger, where he supported multiple business units across the Gulf Coast and Northeast and worked closely with the company’s intellectual property legal department. Earlier in his career, he practiced as an associate with Seyfarth Shaw LLP in Chicago and Porter Hedges LLP in Houston. He began his legal career as a briefing attorney to Justice Tim Taft of the First Court of Appeals, following his time as a financial analyst with Founder’s Equity Group.
Joseph is passionate about helping entrepreneurs and business owners succeed. He believes that companies of all sizes deserve sophisticated legal counsel without the burden of excessive legal fees. His practical, solutions-driven approach and commitment to providing responsive, concierge-level service reflect the core values of Grable Martin, and he is proud to help expand the firm’s presence in Houston.
Personal Story
Joseph grew up in Rochester, Minnesota, where he was raised in a family that valued hard work, education, and entrepreneurship. His father spent more than two decades as an engineer with IBM, while his mother dedicated herself to teaching and raising their family. Over the years, his parents also pursued several business ventures before successfully owning and operating multiple Kumon Math & Reading franchises for more than 30 years.
That same spirit of dedication and service extends throughout his family. Joseph’s younger brother has served as a Law Enforcement Ranger with the National Park Service for more than 15 years, with assignments at some of the country’s most iconic parks, including Big Bend, White Sands, Arches, Death Valley, Grand Canyon, Mount Rainier, and Crater Lake.
Joseph attended the University of Texas, where he earned his Bachelor of Business Administration and competed on a debate team that won two national championships. He went on to receive his Juris Doctor from Southern Methodist University, where he earned numerous advocacy awards and was recognized by the International Academy of Trial Lawyers as Outstanding Advocate.
Community Engagement and Associations
Joseph has long been committed to giving back to his community through leadership, mentorship, and service. Over the years, he has served on the boards of numerous nonprofit organizations and has coached and mentored hundreds of students in speech and advocacy competitions. For more than two decades, he worked with students at institutions including Bellaire High School, The Kinkaid School, and Thurgood Marshall School of Law, helping them develop the confidence and skills to become effective advocates. In addition to his community involvement, Joseph is active in the business community and currently serves as Chairman of Silver Fox Advisors and President-Elect of the Private Directors Association – Houston Chapter.
