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Pascal Rytz

Founder of Espace Legal, he is driven by a deep conviction that law is a powerful tool for resolving even the most complex challenges.

After earning his Master’s degree in Law from the University of Geneva in 1994 and being admitted to the bar in 1998, Pascal built a distinguished career by founding and co-leading several law firms in Geneva and the canton of Vaud. Clients may recognize him from his work with Solutions Avocats, Arc Avocats, or more recently, AAA Avocats.

In 2020, as the world adapted to new ways of working, Pascal combined his passion for law and technology to create a more agile and client-focused legal service model. This vision led to the development of Espace Legal, where streamlined communication and digital tools offer clients greater flexibility and efficiency.

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An unconventional lawyer

An unconventional lawyer and a lover of challenges, Pascal is guided by the belief that every conflict has an intelligent solution.

Recognized by the Swiss Bar Association as a Specialist in Real Estate and Construction Law, Pascal brings over 25 years of experience across a wide range of legal fields, including business law, administrative law, family law, and the law of persons. His approach is marked by sharp analysis, tenacity, and a collaborative spirit.

For more than two decades, Pascal has also contributed to the Tribune de Genève, writing accessible legal columns that demystify everyday legal issues for the general public—true to his belief that the law should be understandable and useful to all.

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  • "You wish none of this had happened?
    Like all those who live in such dark times... But that's not for them to decide.
    All you have to decide is what to do with the time you have."
    Gandalf
  • "We must all obey the great law of change. It is the most powerful law of nature."
    Edmond Burke
  • "I don't always agree with what you say,
    but I'll fight to the bitter end to make sure you have the right to say it!"
    Apocryphal quotation commonly attributed to Voltaire

Pascal Rytz's publications

Droit des personnes et de la famille

Maintenance contributions: what if my ex-husband dies before me?

18 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Maintenance contributions: what if my ex-husband dies before me? I'm nearly 78 and have been divorced for 5 years, after more than 40 years together. I currently receive around CHF 2,000 in AHV pension and around CHF 1,700 in pension from my ex-husband. I'm wondering how...
Read more Maintenance contributions: what if my ex-husband dies before me?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Routine check: no calls allowed

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Routine check: no calls allowed I was recently stopped by police officers while driving through town. While they were checking my papers and going round the car, I received a call, which I answered because my engine wasn't running. One of the police officers then ordered me to hang up....
Read more Routine check: no calls allowed
Droit de l’immobilier et de la construction

Housing co-operative and renovation costs

18 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Housing cooperative and renovation costs I have been a member and tenant of a housing cooperative for over thirty-five years, since the building was founded. I recently obtained authorisation to renovate my bathroom at the cooperative's expense, on condition that my rent is increased by CHF 60 per month for 20 years, which...
Read more Housing co-operative and renovation costs
Droits réels : propriétés et possessions

Cutting off the neighbour's branch?

18 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Cutting off the neighbour's branch? "When my son was playing in the garden the other day, he hit a large branch of my neighbour's tree that was sticking out over my house. I've asked my neighbour several times to look after his tree to avoid an accident. This time, however, I had to bring my son...
Read more Cutting off the neighbour's branch?
Droit des poursuites et de la faillite

Claims and limitation periods

18 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Debt and limitation periods " I'd like to know whether a creditor is entitled to obtain several certificates of default for the same debt? When a creditor receives such a document, he has 20 years to collect his claim. However, when he files a new lawsuit on the basis of the first deed...
Read more Claims and limitation periods
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Mountain crossing

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Crossing in the mountains "I read your article about giving priority to the vehicle coming up mountain roads. Isn't it also customary for the vehicle that can manoeuvre most easily into a space where crossing is possible to pull over to the side, particularly if it meets a post bus?
Read more Mountain crossing
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

A cook to please... who pays the new

18 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Cooker at pleasure... who pays for the new one?" My lease stipulates that household appliances are provided at pleasure and are not included in the rent for the flat. Do I have to replace them at my own expense? If so, can I choose the make and model? Who will own them?
Read more A cook to please... who pays the new
Droit du travail

Imposed holiday dates: an employer's right?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Imposed holiday dates: the boss's right? My cousin has been working for a small civil engineering company for several years and he still doesn't have a written contract. Is this normal? What's more, does the company have the right to automatically deduct one week's holiday (out of 4 a year) during...
Read more Imposed holiday dates: an employer's right?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Enforcement of fines

18 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Applying fines "I've heard about fines under the new criminal law; how are they applied? Maurice, Onex The new Criminal Code, which came into force on 1 January 2007, specifically Article 34, provides for the application of fines for short sentences. Under this provision, the judge...
Read more Enforcement of fines

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