Lori M. Bencoe

Lori M. Bencoe, Health Care Attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Health Care, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury · 4.2/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Founding PartneratBencoe & LaCour Law, PC

Albuquerque, NM

Practicing health care in Albuquerque since 1993.

33+
Years practicing
4.2 ★
1 client review
1
Bar admission

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Lori M. Bencoe is a founding partner based in Albuquerque, NM. The practice focuses on Health Care, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Lori has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bencoe & LaCour Law, PC. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Albuquerque, NM
Experience
over 33 years
Known for
Health Care · Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
  • Handles Health Care, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury matters from Albuquerque, NM.
  • Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with BV Distinguished.

About Lori M. Bencoe: Lori M. Bencoe is a founding partner based in Albuquerque, NM. The practice focuses on Health Care, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Lori has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bencoe & LaCour Law, PC. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Lori takes on

Lori concentrates on health care, medical malpractice, personal injury, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lori handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Health Care cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Lori takes health care matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lori agrees to represent you.

Medical Malpractice cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Lori takes medical malpractice matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lori agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Lori takes personal injury matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lori agrees to represent you.

Wrongful Death cases in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Lori takes wrongful death matters in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lori agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Lori M. Bencoe — health care lawyer in Albuquerque

Lori M. Bencoe is a founding partner based in Albuquerque, NM. The practice focuses on Health Care, Medical Malpractice, and Personal Injury. Lori has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Bencoe & LaCour Law, PC. Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Lori M. Bencoe is a seasoned trial attorney based in New Mexico, dedicated to seeking justice for those harmed by negligence and wrongdoing. Since becoming a lawyer in 1993, she has recovered tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for her clients, particularly in medical malpractice cases. She also handles negligence and wrongful death claims related to unsafe premises and vehicle accidents. Lori believes in holding corporations accountable for the harm their actions cause, often taking cases to trial to secure full compensation for her clients.

After spending eleven years with a personal injury firm in Albuquerque, Lori established her own boutique medical malpractice litigation firm in 2004. Her firm collaborates with other lawyers, including Nick and Courtney Rowley, to take on large corporations. Lori has a unique understanding of her clients’ struggles, having personally dealt with loss, chronic pain, and caregiving.

A native of Albuquerque, Lori earned her BA in Communications from the University of Arizona and her JD from the University of New Mexico Law School. In her free time, she enjoys music, cooking, home improvement projects, and playing Game of Thrones Conquest. Lori is passionate about her community, her family, and her dogs.

Working with Lori on a health care matter

Lori M. Bencoe is a seasoned trial attorney based in New Mexico, dedicated to seeking justice for those harmed by negligence and wrongdoing. Since becoming a lawyer in 1993, she has recovered tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for her clients, particularly in medical malpractice cases. She also handles negligence and wrongful death claims related to unsafe premises and…

Clients Lori works with

Lori reviews new inquiries case-by-case for health care, medical malpractice, and personal injury matters in Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • University of New Mexico School of Law

    J.D. Teaching · 1993

  • University of Arizona

    B.A. Communications · 1990

Jurisdictions

Lori's state bar admissions

  • New Mexico United St

    1993 · ACTIVE

Lori studied at J.D. Teaching in University of New Mexico School of Law and B.A. Communications in University of Arizona.

Law school and academic background

Lori completed J.D. Teaching in University of New Mexico School of Law and B.A. Communications in University of Arizona. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lori runs in New Mexico is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Lori has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • BV Distinguished

Legal awards and honors

BV Distinguished.

Affiliations

Lori's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Trial Attorneys for Justice New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association & Foundation American Association for Justice

    membership

Locations

Lori M. Bencoe's office in Albuquerque

Lori's primary office is at 9201 Montgomery Boulevard NE, Suite 404, Albuquerque, NM, 87111. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Bencoe & LaCour Law, PC

9201 Montgomery Boulevard NE, Suite 404

Albuquerque, NM 87111

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Lori M. Bencoe — 4.2/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Lori. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing health care attorneys in Albuquerque.

4.2

1 client review

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Hiring guide

How to hire Lori M. Bencoe — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new health care attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lori usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Lori charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lori's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lori will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a health care attorney in Albuquerque, New Mexico

A short list to run through before you commit: How many health care matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lori

Lori discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in health care practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every health care matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lori confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Lori's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many health care practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Lori M. Bencoe

  • How much does it cost to hire Lori for a health care case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lori walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Lori offer a free consultation?

    Lori charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lori's office. Some health care attorneys offer free consults — check Lori's current terms during booking.

  • How long do health care cases in New Mexico typically take?

    Simple health care matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lori gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Lori take my case if I'm outside Albuquerque?

    Lori is licensed in New Mexico. Matters governed by New Mexico law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lori will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Lori?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lori will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Lori accepting new health care clients right now?

    Lori's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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