Approval rates
The approval rate for Glynn F. Voisin is based on 1,321 lifetime decisions, providing a stable look at historical patterns. When comparing this to the New Orleans office, note that the office-wide lifetime approval-rate range spans from 38% to 85%. These figures offer context regarding the variance in judicial decision-making within the same office.
SSA has not published a latest-period approval, fully favorable or denial breakdown for Judge Voisin. The most recent period with decisions on record is September 27, 2019. Those rows are left out rather than estimated.
Approval rate over time
Year-over-year approval rate across Judge Voisin'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
Glynn F. Voisin's record covers the period from 2016 to 2019. Throughout this window, the approval rate has remained steady, showing consistent patterns in how cases are evaluated. While yearly fluctuations occur, the overall volume of 1,321 decisions provides a clear view of the judge's historical approach.
Preparing for an SSDI hearing
The guidance below applies to any SSDI hearing, not specifically to Judge Voisin'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 New Orleans hearing office
The New Orleans hearing office serves claimants throughout the Louisiana region. With 17 judges on record, this office manages a diverse caseload and maintains an office-wide latest-period approval rate of 49%. You can expect a formal hearing process where your evidence quality is the primary factor in the outcome.
Other judges at this hearing office
The Social Security Administration uses a workload-balancing algorithm to assign cases, meaning the judge you are assigned is essentially random. There are 17 judges on record at this office since 2016, 6 of whom reported in SSA's latest period. Approval rates across this bench vary significantly, ranging from 38% to 85% on a lifetime basis.
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
Glynn F. Voisin has a lifetime approval rate of 76% across 1,321 decisions. This places the judge within the broader office-wide lifetime range of 38% to 85%. An attorney can help you understand how to present your evidence effectively for this specific judge.
The approval rate for Glynn F. Voisin has remained steady throughout the 2016 to 2019 record window. While individual years show minor variance, the judge's overall pattern has been consistent. An attorney can help you evaluate how your case evidence aligns with these historical trends.
No, you cannot choose your judge. The Social Security Administration assigns cases using a random workload-balancing algorithm to ensure efficiency. Regardless of your assigned judge, an attorney can help you prepare your case for a successful hearing.
An SSDI hearing is a formal proceeding where a judge reviews your medical evidence and testimony. You will likely be questioned about your work history and functional limitations. An attorney can help you prepare for the specific questions and procedures you will encounter.
A judge's approval rate is a reflection of past decisions and is not a guarantee of your specific outcome. Every case is unique, and the strength of your medical evidence is the most important factor. An attorney can help you build a strong case tailored to the requirements of the hearing process.