Approval rates
Comparing approval rates requires looking at data from the same time periods to ensure accuracy. The 46% approval rate for Robin L. Henrie reflects all decisions on record since 2016, which can be measured against the 37% to 68% range of other judges whose most recent office on record is San Diego. These figures provide a statistical baseline for understanding how different judges have historically approached their dockets.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Henrie. The most recent period with decisions on record is September 28, 2018. Those rows are left out rather than estimated.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Henrie'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 Robin L. Henrie was 51% in 2016 and 52% in 2017, before shifting to 19% in 2018. This record covers 705 total decisions starting in 2016. Because the SSA assigns cases through a workload-balancing algorithm, the variation in these yearly figures may be influenced by changes in the types 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 Henrie'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 San Diego hearing office
The San Diego hearing office is the most recent office on record for Robin L. Henrie as of September 2018. This office hosts a bench of 15 judges whose most recent office on record is this location. You can visit the San Diego hearing office page for the full roster of judges.
Other judges whose most recent office on record is San Diego
The SSA assigns cases to judges using a workload-balancing algorithm, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. There are 15 judges whose most recent office on record is the San Diego hearing office, and their approval rates range from 37% to 68% based on their records since 2016. These statistics provide context for the office's historical performance.
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
Robin L. Henrie has a 46% approval rate on record since 2016. This sits within the 37% to 68% range of the 15 judges whose most recent office on record is the San Diego hearing office. An attorney can help you prepare your case regardless of how your judge compares to their peers.
The approval rate for Robin L. Henrie was 51% in 2016 and 52% in 2017, followed by a 19% rate in 2018. These figures are based on 705 total decisions on record. If you are concerned about how these trends might impact your hearing, an attorney can help you understand the specific evidence requirements for your case.
No, you cannot request a specific judge. The SSA uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, which ensures that assignments remain random and impartial. An attorney can help you prepare for the hearing process regardless of which judge is assigned to your case.
An SSDI hearing is a formal but non-adversarial proceeding where an administrative law judge reviews your medical records and hears testimony. You may be questioned by the judge or a vocational expert about your ability to perform work tasks. An attorney can help you prepare for these questions and organize your medical evidence.
A judge's approval rate is a historical statistic, not a prediction of your specific outcome. While Robin L. Henrie has a 46% approval rate on record since 2016, your case will be decided based on the unique medical evidence and testimony you provide. An attorney can help you build the strongest possible case for your hearing.
