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Updated June 2026 · SSA Public
Administrative Law Judge
Finnie, Michael
FRANKLIN TN · primary of 4 offices Stable
-11.4 pts vs national average
46.3%lifetime approval
vs baselines
This judge46.3%
FRANKLIN TN53.7%
National avg57.8%
Figures below are for FRANKLIN TN, this judge’s busiest office. They also have records at 3 other offices (COLUMBIA SC, MIAMI OHO, RALEIGH).
Total decisions
177
Fully favorable
55
31.1%
Partially favorable
27
15.3%
Denials
95
53.7%
Total dispositions
216
Dismissals
39
18.1%
Awards
82
3-year trend
Stable
FY2025 decision breakdown
Fully fav.
Partial
Denied
Fully fav. 31.1%Partially fav. 15.3%Denied 53.7%
Other ALJs at FRANKLIN TN (10)
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