The son studied law with Christopher Alexander Hagerman and was called to the bar in 1834. He was elected to the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada in 1841 for Frontenac, serving until 1861. He was a friend of Sir John A. Macdonald and also supported him politically for much of that time.
This individual studied law under Christopher Alexander Hagerman and became a lawyer in 1834, setting the stage for his future involvement in politics. He went on to serve in the Legislative Assembly of the Province of Canada from 1841 to 1861, representing Frontenac, and maintained a close relationship with Sir John A. Macdonald.