He studied law. He was admitted to the bar in 1864 and commenced practice in Emporia, Kansas. He served as judge of the ninth judicial district of Kansas 1867-1877.
He pursued a career in jurisprudence. He was licensed to practice law in 1864 and began his legal practice in Emporia, Kansas. He served as a judge of the ninth judicial district of Kansas from 1867 to 1877.