Approval rates
The 48% approval rate for Barry H. Jenkins on record since 2016 sits within the 34% to 80% range observed among the 10 judges whose most recent office on record is the Las Vegas hearing office. With 2,529 decisions on record, the data provides a clear view of past activity. 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 Jenkins. The most recent period with decisions on record is September 30, 2022. Those rows are left out rather than estimated.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Jenkins'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, the approval rate for Barry H. Jenkins has fluctuated. The rate was 58% in 2016, 55% in 2017, 51% in 2018, 41% in 2019, 50% in 2020, 38% in 2021, and 40% in 2022. With 2,529 total decisions on record, these variations highlight the importance of case-specific evidence rather than historical averages.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Jenkins'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 Las Vegas hearing office
Barry H. Jenkins's most recent SSA record (September 2022) is at the Las Vegas hearing office. This office maintains a bench of 10 judges whose most recent office on record is this location. You can expect a standard hearing process where the judge evaluates the medical evidence you provide.
Other judges whose most recent office on record is Las Vegas
The Social Security Administration uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. There are 10 judges whose most recent office on record is this one, and their approval rates vary significantly, ranging from 34% to 80%. Because you cannot choose your judge, focusing on the strength of your medical evidence is the most effective way to prepare.
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
Barry H. Jenkins has an approval rate of 48% on record since 2016. This falls within the 34% to 80% range of the 10 judges whose most recent office on record is the Las Vegas hearing office. An attorney can help you prepare for the specific requirements of this bench.
The approval rate for Barry H. Jenkins has fluctuated over time, starting at 58% in 2016 and reaching 40% in 2022. These shifts are common and often reflect changes in the types of cases heard. A qualified attorney can help you understand how these trends might relate to your specific claim.
No, you cannot request a specific judge. The Social Security Administration assigns cases using a workload-balancing algorithm to ensure efficiency. Because assignment is random, it is best to focus on building a strong case with the help of an experienced attorney.
An SSDI hearing is a formal but non-adversarial proceeding where the judge reviews your medical records and hears your testimony. You will have the opportunity to explain how your condition prevents you from working. Working with an attorney can help you prepare your testimony and ensure your evidence is presented clearly.
The 48% approval rate for Barry H. Jenkins is a historical statistic, not a prediction for your specific hearing. Every case is unique, and the quality of your medical evidence is the most important factor in a favorable decision. An attorney can help you evaluate your case and prepare accordingly.
