Ahead of the Aug. 18 primary elections, here’s why the South Florida candidates for judge, state attorney and public defender say they’ve got what it takes.

Scroll down to read candidate Q&As for each race.

Commercial litigator Adam Myron, left, and Palm Beach Circuit Judge Jaimie Goodman, right.  Courtesy photos Commercial litigator Adam Myron, left, and Palm Beach Circuit Judge Jaimie Goodman, right. Courtesy photos