# Mr. Gilmore — The Woman in White character guide

> Mr. Gilmore in The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins.

**Role:** supporting

**Also known as:** Gilmore, Dear Gilmore

**First appearance:** 0020-the-story-continued-by-vincent-gilmore-of-chancery-lane-solicitor

## Snapshot

The Fairlie family solicitor, a genial old professional who drafts Laura's marriage settlement and trusts too easily in the honor of gentlemen.

## Who they are

Gilmore arrives at Limmeridge to settle the legal terms of Laura's marriage to Sir Percival, and he takes a fond, paternal interest in the young woman whose fortune he is arranging. His practical, unromantic view of the anonymous letter and his confidence in Sir Percival's reputation place him squarely on the side of respectable appearances. His careful legal work on the settlement will matter far more than he imagines when the marriage turns dangerous.

## In the story

### [Chapter XI](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_woman_in_white_se/chapters/xi)

Family solicitor; expected to arrive tomorrow to discuss the marriage settlement.

### [Chapter XV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_woman_in_white_se/chapters/xv)

Arrives at Limmeridge House; leads conversation at dinner; reassures Walter about Sir Percival Glyde's reputation; reports on the failed search for Anne Catherick.

### [The Story Continued by Vincent Gilmore of Chancery Lane, Solicitor](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_woman_in_white_se/chapters/the-story-continued-by-vincent-gilmore-of-chancery-lane-solicitor)

Gilmore serves as the narrator and legal advisor, expressing professional concern over the settlement's lack of protection for Laura.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_woman_in_white_se/chapters/i)

The family solicitor who finds Sir Percival's explanation satisfactory but is unsettled by Miss Halcombe's hesitation.

### [Chapter II](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_woman_in_white_se/chapters/ii)

The family lawyer who tries to settle Laura's marriage affairs but becomes conflicted after speaking with her.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_woman_in_white_se/chapters/iii)

The family lawyer, narrating the chapter, deeply concerned about Laura's financial interests and determined to protect them despite opposition.

### [Chapter IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_woman_in_white_se/chapters/iv)

The family solicitor who travels to Limmeridge House to argue against the unfair marriage settlement, but is ultimately forced to comply.

### [I](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_woman_in_white_se/chapters/i)

Family solicitor who interviews Laura and leaves distressed by her state.

### [III](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_woman_in_white_se/chapters/iii)

Godfather by proxy at the christening; later writes a narrative for the story.

## Links

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