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Updated July 2026 · SSA Public

Administrative Law Judge

Galloway, Christopher

NORFOLK · primary of 2 officesVirginia

+5.2 pts vs national average

62.9%lifetime approval

vs baselines

This judge62.9%
NORFOLK55.9%
National avg57.7%

Figures below are for NORFOLK, this judge’s busiest office. They also have records at 1 other office (CHARLESTON WV).

Total decisions

197

Fully favorable

97

49.2%

Partially favorable

27

13.7%

Denials

73

37.1%

Total dispositions

228

Dismissals

31

13.6%

Awards

124

FY2026 decision breakdown

Fully fav.
Partial
Denied
Fully fav. 49.2%Partially fav. 13.7%Denied 37.1%

Other ALJs at NORFOLK (6)

Judges in Virginia with the most decisions

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