It is possible you are thinking of:
* "Judge Judy" (1996-present): Judge Judy Sheindlin presides over a courtroom-style television show resolving real-life legal disputes. This show is extremely popular and has been running for many years.
* "Family Court" (2002-2008): This show featured Judge Penny Brown Reynolds, but it aired between 2002 and 2008, not just in 2008.
* "The People's Court" (1981-present): This show features a judge presiding over cases submitted by people with real legal disputes.
It is important to note that these shows feature real people, not actors. The people who appear on these shows are the actual individuals involved in the cases.
If you can provide more details about the show you are interested in, I might be able to give you more specific information.