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Updated June 2026 · SSA Public

Administrative Law Judge

Kelly, Robert

KANSAS CITY Stable

-32.4 pts vs national average

25.3%lifetime approval

vs baselines

This judge25.3%
KANSAS CITY51.9%
National avg57.8%

Total decisions

308

Fully favorable

59

19.2%

Partially favorable

19

6.2%

Denials

230

74.7%

Total dispositions

402

Dismissals

94

23.4%

Awards

78

3-year trend

Stable

FY2025 decision breakdown

Fully fav.
Denied
Fully fav. 19.2%Partially fav. 6.2%Denied 74.7%

Other ALJs at KANSAS CITY (12)

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