About Lori McCamey
Lori McCamey Bencoe is a seasoned trial attorney based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Specializing in personal injury, medical malpractice, and nursing home abuse cases, she is known for her unwavering commitment to justice. Since her admission to the New Mexico State Bar in 1993, Lori has dedicated her career to advocating for individuals harmed by negligence and wrongful conduct. Her experience in the legal field gave her the skills necessary to navigate complex cases effectively. In 2004, after spending eleven years with a personal injury firm in Albuquerque, Lori took a significant step in her career by founding Bencoe Law Firm P.C. This firm primarily focuses on medical malpractice litigation, an area where Lori has made a substantial impact.
Two years later, in 2006, she expanded her practice by forming Bencoe & LaCour Law, P.C. in partnership with Cherie LaCour. Under their leadership, the firm has recovered tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for clients throughout New Mexico and beyond. This success reflects Lori's dedication to holding corporations accountable for unsafe practices. Lori's practice areas are diverse, encompassing brain injury, car accidents, premises liability, wrongful death, and birth injury cases. Each case represents an opportunity for her to make a difference in the lives of her clients.
She often takes cases to trial, ensuring that her clients receive full compensation for their injuries. This commitment to advocacy is a cornerstone of her practice, as she believes that every individual deserves justice. Her academic background further shows her qualifications. Lori earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communications, magna cum laude, from the University of Arizona in 1990. While there, she was honored as a member of Phi Beta Kappa, a prestigious academic society. She continued her education at the University of New Mexico School of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctor in 1993.
These achievements laid the foundation for her successful legal career. Lori is actively involved in professional organizations, including the New Mexico State Bar, where she has been recognized as a Super Lawyer from 2017 to 2025. She is also a member of the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association & Foundation, the American Association for Justice, and the National Association of Professional Executive Women. Outside of her legal practice, Lori is married and has a son and daughter-in-law who are pursuing graduate and medical studies. In her spare time, she enjoys home improvement projects, cooking, music, movies. Playing "Game of Thrones Conquest." Additionally, she advocates for local balloonists, particularly during the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta held each October, showcasing her commitment to her community.
