Approval rates
We evaluate Raul C. Pardo's performance using his total of 1,261 decisions on record since 2016. This allows for a comparison against the 41% to 89% range observed among the 14 judges whose most recent office on record is the Albuquerque hearing office. These aggregate rates reflect past decisions rather than specific outcomes for your case.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Pardo. 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 Pardo'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 Raul C. Pardo has remained steady throughout his time on record. Starting at 69% in 2016, the rate moved to 67% in 2017 and 66% in 2018. With 1,261 total decisions on record, this consistency suggests a stable approach to case evaluation. These figures provide a clear view of how his docket has evolved since 2016.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Pardo'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 Albuquerque hearing office
Raul C. Pardo's most recent office on record is the Albuquerque hearing office, which serves you and other claimants across New Mexico. With 14 judges whose most recent office on record is this location, you may encounter a variety of judicial perspectives. You can see the Albuquerque Hearing Office page for the full ALJ roster.
Other judges whose most recent office on record is Albuquerque
The Social Security Administration uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, meaning the judge you draw is essentially random. There are 14 judges whose most recent office on record is the Albuquerque hearing office, with approval rates ranging from 41% to 89% on their since-2016 records. Understanding the broader bench provides context for your hearing experience.
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
Raul C. Pardo has an approval rate of 67% on his 1,261 decisions on record since 2016. This places him within the 41% to 89% range of the 14 judges whose most recent office on record is the Albuquerque hearing office. An attorney can help you prepare for the specific requirements of your hearing.
His approval rate has remained steady, moving from 69% in 2016 to 66% in 2018. This consistency across 1,261 decisions suggests a stable pattern in his case evaluations. If you are concerned about your hearing, an attorney can help you review your evidence.
No, you cannot request a specific judge. The Social Security Administration assigns cases using a workload-balancing algorithm to ensure efficiency. An attorney can help you prepare your case regardless of which judge is assigned.
An SSDI hearing is a formal but non-adversarial proceeding where a judge reviews your medical evidence and testimony. You will likely answer questions about your work history and physical or mental limitations. An attorney can help you prepare your testimony to ensure your case is presented clearly.
An approval rate is a probability based on past decisions, not a prediction for your specific hearing. While Raul C. Pardo approved 67% of cases on record since 2016, your outcome depends on the unique medical evidence you provide. An attorney can help you strengthen your case before the hearing.
