Approval rates
The 56% approval rate for Lynn Ginsberg is based on 2,828 decisions since 2016. When compared to the broader bench, the 22 judges whose most recent office on record is the Denver Hearing Office show a range of approval rates from 31% to 75%. These figures offer context for the local environment, though aggregate rates describe past decisions rather than predictions for your individual hearing.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Ginsberg. The most recent period with decisions on record is September 26, 2025. Those rows are left out rather than estimated.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Ginsberg'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
Since 2016, Lynn Ginsberg has maintained a consistent pattern of decision-making across 2,828 decisions on record. While the annual approval rate fluctuated between 50% and 67% during this period, the most recent data shows an upward trend in approvals. This shift may reflect changes in the complexity of cases or the quality of evidence presented.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Ginsberg'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 Denver hearing office
Lynn Ginsberg's most recent office on record is the Denver Hearing Office, which serves claimants across Colorado. This office hosts a bench of 22 judges who manage a high volume of disability claims. You can expect a standard administrative hearing process focused on your medical and vocational evidence.
Other judges whose most recent office on record is Denver
The Social Security Administration assigns cases using a workload-balancing algorithm, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. At the Denver Hearing Office, there are 22 judges whose most recent office on record is this location. Approval rates among this group vary significantly, ranging from 31% to 75% on their respective records since 2016.
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
Lynn Ginsberg's 56% approval rate sits within the range of the 22 judges whose most recent office on record is the Denver Hearing Office, where rates vary from 31% to 75%. An attorney can help you prepare for the specific requirements of this bench.
Yes, the approval rate for Lynn Ginsberg has shown an upward trend in recent years, reaching 67% in 2025 compared to her overall 56% average since 2016. Understanding these trends is part of how an attorney can help you prepare for your hearing.
No, you cannot choose your judge. The Social Security Administration uses a random workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, ensuring that the process remains impartial. An attorney can help you navigate the hearing process regardless of your assigned judge.
An SSDI hearing is a formal but non-adversarial proceeding where a judge reviews your medical records and hears testimony. You will likely answer questions about your work history and physical or mental limitations, and an attorney can help you present your case effectively.
