Tjapkes, Robert J
Grand Rapids, MI · Oct 2025 – Sep 2026
Hearing Approval Rate
37.0%
Below the national average of 48.6%
Disability judges hear appeals after an initial claim is denied. Judge Tjapkes approves 37.0% of cases — knowing your judge’s track record helps you and your representative prepare. How to prepare for your hearing →
How Judge Tjapkes Decides Cases
Nat'l avg: 48.6%
Nat'l avg: 35.0%
Nat'l avg: 16.3%
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Judge Tjapkes approved 37.0% of dispositions. That’s 11.6 percentage points below the national average of 48.6%. Tjapkes decided 25 cases out of 27 total dispositions. Under SSA’s methodology (excluding dismissals), the approval rate is 40.0%. Knowing your judge’s track record can help you prepare for your hearing.
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Get Your Free GuideDetailed Case Counts— Oct 2025 – Sep 2026
Total Cases
27
Approved
10
Denied
15
Hearing Office
Grand Rapids (MI)
7.0 months wait · 1,816 pending
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