In 1855, he served in the State Assembly. In 1857 he moved to Portland, Oregon, where he continued practicing law. In Oregon, Stout formed a law partnership with the U.S. Attorney for the Oregon Territory, William H. Farrar.
In 1855, he served in the State Assembly. In 1857 he moved to Portland, Oregon, where he continued his legal work. In Oregon, Stout formed a law partnership with the U.S. Attorney for the Oregon Territory, William H. Farrar.