Approval rates
Loranzo Fleming maintains a 38% lifetime approval rate across 596 decisions, which sits within the broader 24% to 94% range observed among the 24 judges on record at the Atlanta North office. These figures provide a statistical baseline for understanding how cases are processed in this jurisdiction. Aggregate rates describe past decisions, not predictions for your individual hearing.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Fleming. The most recent period with decisions on record is September 27, 2019. Those rows are left out rather than estimated.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Fleming'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 record for Loranzo Fleming spans from 2016 to 2019. His approval rate showed an upward trend, moving from 31% in 2017 to 47% by 2019. This shift suggests that his approach to evidence or case mix evolved during his time on the bench. Understanding this progression helps you frame your medical evidence to align with the standards applied in this courtroom.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Fleming'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 Atlanta North hearing office
The Atlanta North hearing office serves you throughout Georgia, operating as a hub for disability adjudication. The office maintains a bench of 24 judges on record, reflecting a wide spectrum of decision-making styles. You can expect a formal proceeding where the quality of your medical documentation is the primary factor in the outcome. You can see the Atlanta North Hearing Office page for the full ALJ roster.
Other judges at this hearing office
The Social Security Administration assigns cases using a workload-balancing algorithm, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. There are 24 judges on record at this office since 2016, with lifetime approval rates ranging from 24% to 94%. Because of this variance, knowing the general landscape of the Atlanta North bench is useful. For preparation purposes, the guidance is the same regardless of which judge you are assigned.
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
Loranzo Fleming has a 38% lifetime approval rate, which falls within the 24% to 94% range of all judges who have served at the Atlanta North office. Because case assignment is random, an attorney can help you prepare a case that meets the specific evidentiary standards required in this office.
Yes, the data shows an upward trend in approvals, rising from 31% in 2017 to 47% in 2019. This indicates that his decision patterns have shifted, and an attorney can help you understand how to present your claim in light of these trends.
No, you cannot choose your judge. The Social Security Administration uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, which ensures the process remains impartial. An attorney can help you prepare for your hearing regardless of which judge is assigned to your case.
A hearing is a formal but non-adversarial proceeding where a judge reviews your medical records and hears your testimony. You may be asked about your daily limitations and work history. An attorney can help you prepare your testimony to ensure your limitations are clearly communicated.
The 38% approval rate is a historical average, not a guarantee of your specific outcome. Every case is unique, and the strength of your medical evidence is the most important factor. An attorney can help you evaluate your case's strengths and weaknesses before you appear before the judge.