Cherie L. LaCour

Cherie L. LaCour, an esteemed trial lawyer at Bencoe & LaCour Law, PC, is renowned for her steadfast dedication to representing clients across diverse communities in New Mexico. Focusing on cases of wrongful death, medical malpractice, brain injuries and catastrophic personal injuries, she has emerged as a committed advocate for individuals grappling with the aftermath of medical negligence.

Ms. LaCour's proficiency is particularly evident in birth injury cases, where she applies her advanced education and training in labor and delivery care. Her competence extends to the nuanced interpretation of fetal monitoring strips, allowing her to tirelessly pursue justice for affected families. She also possesses skills across various facets of civil litigation and has been instrumental in pivotal roles within numerous state and federal legal proceedings.

With a distinguished 26-year career, Ms. LaCour has consistently achieved remarkable success, securing tens of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements for her clients. She considers it both an honor and a privilege to champion the cause of children and families impacted by the actions of wrongdoers. Her steadfast commitment underscores her passion for justice and her exceptional ability to navigate the complexities of the legal landscape.

Ms. LaCour attained her J.D. from The University of Tulsa College of Law in 1997. While there, she demonstrated exemplary leadership as the committee chair for the Student Advisory Board for the Center on Dispute Resolution and held the position of vice president on the Moot Court Board of Advocates.

Throughout her academic journey, Ms. LaCour garnered notable accolades, including the CALI Excellence for the Future Awards and acknowledgment in the distinguished 16th and 17th Editions of Who's Who: American Law Students, among others. Prior to her legal pursuits, she earned her B.S. in political science from The University of Texas at Arlington in 1991.

Licensed to practice in New Mexico, Ms. LaCour is also admitted to appearing before the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit. Being a respected associate of the legal community, she has been an active member of the New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association, the American Association for Justice (including its Litigation and Medical Negligence Section), the New Mexico Medical Review Commission and the National Association of Professional Executive Women.