In 1936, it was ranked among the top ten radio programs, but it was cancelled in response to complaints from the American Bar Association and a decision by the New York City Supreme Court.
Defendants in real court cases told their stories and host A.L.
[1] Seven New York City-based legal associations registered a complaint against the program, and the American Bar Association's committee on unauthorized practice of law "unqualifiedly disapproved and condemned" the show "as being contrary to public interest.
Alexander's Mediation Board, another series dispensing advice to people with problems but minus the legal aspect.
"[3] In 1959, Alexander briefly revived the concept on television as The Court of Human Relations, which aired from June 22 to August 14.