Approval rates
This table compares the approval rates of Amy L. Rosenberg against the broader bench at the Lansing hearing office. We focus on the since-2016 record to provide a statistical baseline, while also highlighting performance in the most recent reporting period. By examining these figures, you can better understand how this judge's history aligns with regional and national trends. Aggregate rates describe past decisions, not predictions for individual hearings.
Office- and national-level breakdowns of fully favorable vs denial rates aren't currently published by SSA in the per-office disposition data. The judge's own breakdown is the detail we have today.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Rosenberg'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 January 2016, Amy L. Rosenberg has issued 3,862 decisions. The yearly trend shows a fluctuating pattern, with approval rates moving from 58% in 2016 to 62% in the 2026 fiscal year to date. While the rate dipped to 53% in 2022, the most recent period shows a return to higher approval levels. This latest-period performance of 62% sits above the office average, reflecting a recent shift in the outcomes of cases heard by this judge.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Rosenberg'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 Lansing hearing office
Amy L. Rosenberg's most recent office on record is the Lansing hearing office, with decisions there through July 2026. This office serves claimants across Michigan and maintains a bench of 9 judges. With an office-wide latest-period approval rate of 53%, you can expect a rigorous review of your medical evidence and vocational history. You can see the Lansing Hearing Office page for the full ALJ roster.
Other judges whose most recent office on record is Lansing
The Social Security Administration uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. There are 9 judges whose most recent office on record is the Lansing hearing office, 5 of whom decided cases in the latest SSA file. Approval rates among this group range from 37% to 68% on their since-2016 records. 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
Amy L. Rosenberg has a 59% approval rate since 2016, which sits within the 37% to 68% range observed among the 9 judges at the Lansing hearing office. In the most recent reporting period, her 62% approval rate is 9 percentage points higher than the office average of 53%. An attorney can help you prepare for the specific requirements of this bench.
Yes, the approval rate for Amy L. Rosenberg has fluctuated over the years, starting at 58% in 2016 and reaching 62% in the 2026 fiscal year to date. While there was a period of lower approvals around 2022, the recent trend shows an uptick in favorable decisions. An attorney can help you understand how these trends might relate to your specific case.
No, you cannot request a specific judge for your SSDI hearing. The Social Security Administration assigns cases using a workload-balancing algorithm to ensure efficiency. Because you cannot choose your judge, working with an attorney is the best way to ensure your case is prepared for any outcome.
An SSDI hearing is a formal but non-adversarial proceeding where a judge reviews your medical records and hears testimony. You may be questioned about your daily limitations and work history by the judge or a vocational expert. An attorney can help you navigate these questions and present your evidence effectively.
A judge's approval rate is a reflection of past decisions and not a guarantee of your specific outcome. While Amy L. Rosenberg has a 59% approval rate since 2016, your success depends primarily on the quality of your medical evidence and how well you document your disability. An attorney can help you build a strong case regardless of which judge is assigned.
