Approval rates
Evaluating an approval rate requires looking at the volume of cases decided over a consistent period. With 3,635 decisions on record since 2016, the data provides a clear view of how this judge has handled claims. When compared to the 50% to 89% range of other judges whose most recent office on record is Greensboro, the approval rate offers context for your upcoming hearing.
Office- and national-level breakdowns of fully favorable vs denial rates aren't currently published by SSA in the per-office disposition data. The judge's own breakdown is the detail we have today.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Dorman's docket. Annual rates fluctuate with the mix of cases SSA assigns; the longer-run pattern is more informative than any single year.
Decision pattern
The approval rate for Clint Dorman has remained relatively steady since 2016, with yearly fluctuations that reflect the complexities of individual disability claims. Over the 3,635 decisions on record, the judge has maintained a consistent approach to evaluating evidence. While the latest reporting period shows an approval rate of 73%, this figure aligns with the long-term trend observed since the data window opened.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Dorman's bench. Judge-specific preparation guidance requires a corpus of public Appeals Council decisions involving each judge, which we haven't built yet.
- Bring a clean treating-physician record. Longitudinal primary-care or specialist notes spanning the disability period, with consistent symptom documentation, are typically the strongest evidence at hearing. A single month's records usually aren't enough.
- Don't rely on consultative exams alone. If your medical evidence is built primarily around a one-time CE finding, expect detailed questioning. Supplement with treating-source statements where possible.
- Prepare for daily-activity questions. Have honest, specific answers about a typical day. Answers that conflict with the medical record (in either direction) tend to hurt credibility.
- Expect transferable-skills probing. A vocational expert will usually testify about jobs available to someone with your limitations. Your representative should be prepared to cross-examine.
About the Greensboro hearing office
Clint Dorman's most recent office on record is the Greensboro hearing office, with decisions there through July 2026. This office serves the North Carolina region and is staffed by a bench of 16 judges whose most recent office on record is this location. The office-wide approval rate in the latest reporting period is 65%.
Other judges whose most recent office on record is Greensboro
The Social Security Administration uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. There are 16 judges whose most recent office on record is Greensboro. Approval rates across this bench vary significantly, ranging from 50% to 89% on their since-2016 records.
Approval rates change with a lawyer
Source: U.S. Government Accountability Office, GAO-18-37. The 3× gap is a population-wide average across all judges; individual outcomes vary.
Frequently asked questions
Judge Dorman has an approval rate of 73% on record since 2016. This sits within the 50% to 89% range of other judges whose most recent office on record is Greensboro, indicating that the judge's approach is within the local norm. An attorney can help you prepare for the specific expectations of this judge's bench.
The approval rate for Clint Dorman has held relatively steady since 2016, with 3,635 total decisions on record. While there are annual variations, the judge has maintained a consistent pattern of evaluation over the last decade. A qualified attorney can help you understand how these trends might relate to the specific evidence in your case.
No, you cannot request a specific judge. The Social Security Administration assigns cases using a workload-balancing algorithm to ensure efficiency, making the assignment process random. Because you cannot choose your judge, working with an attorney is the best way to ensure your case is prepared for any outcome.
An SSDI hearing is a formal but non-adversarial proceeding where a judge reviews your medical evidence and testimony. You will likely be asked questions about your work history, daily limitations, and medical treatments. Having an attorney by your side can help you present your evidence clearly and effectively during this process.
An approval rate is a probability based on past decisions, not a prediction for your specific hearing. While Judge Dorman has a 73% approval rate on record since 2016, the strength of your medical evidence remains the most important factor in your claim. An attorney can help you gather the necessary documentation to build the strongest possible case for your hearing.
