For all of the sentimentality and excitement surrounding investitures, their frequency speaks to one of the principal challenges Miami-Dade Chief Judge Bertila Soto has faced in her position: filling the gaps left by judicial vacancies.

Since becoming chief judge in 2013, Soto has overseen 56 investitures.

Her job carries many responsibilities — assigning judges and court officers, implementing a system that addresses all cases and complaints brought before Miami-Dade courts and ensuring the smooth operation of her circuit's day-to-day affairs.

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But it's the investitures that speak to the toughest challenge — and “one of the best parts” of her job.