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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

Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

Leases: the impossible step backwards

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Lease: the impossible step backwards I sent my notice of termination to my rental agency a few days ago. However, the landlord of my future home decided to cancel the appointment at which I was due to sign my new lease. So I'll soon find myself without accommodation! I'd like to know if it's possible to cancel my...
Read more Leases: the impossible step backwards
Droit des obligations et des contrats

Cars: beware of hidden defects

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Cars: beware of hidden defects " Two years ago, I bought a car "as is" from a private individual. In recent months, problems with the suspension have appeared. I think that the seller knew about these defects and hid them from me. Can I...
Read more Cars: beware of hidden defects
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

Rent increases: the management company must meet certain deadlines

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Rent increase: the Régie must meet certain deadlines "On 4 October we received a rent increase for 1 December 2006. We don't dispute the increase. However, shouldn't the management company give us at least 3 months' notice of the increase, i.e. we should have received notice of the change on...
Read more Rent increases: the management company must meet certain deadlines
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Watch your indicators at roundabouts

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Watch out for the left turn indicator at roundabouts" Mum-in-law was stopped by the police for failing to turn left at a roundabout! She was fined CHF 150, which she had to pay in cash on the spot when she was stopped. I'm really surprised. Is this really legal? Hugo, Vaud The...
Read more Watch your indicators at roundabouts
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Park your motorbike in a car space?

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Parking your motorbike in a car space? "I ride my motorbike. I had an appointment in the town centre and all the spaces reserved for 2-wheelers were occupied, so I parked in a white space. When I got back, I was amazed to find that a contractual employee had fined me, invoking article 253a of the...
Read more Park your motorbike in a car space?
Droit administratif et fiscal

Health insurance, beware of the home!

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Health insurance, beware of the home! "My father, a 70-year-old Swiss citizen, was recently hospitalised in Switzerland. He left our country a long time ago and lives in neighbouring France, where he pays a modest rent. As a result, he no longer pays health insurance contributions in Switzerland, but he doesn't have...
Read more Health insurance, beware of the home!
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

Arranging the condominium landing

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Fixing up the landing in a block of flats "I live in a block of flats and I'd like to fix up the landing to make it nicer and more comfortable. My immediate neighbours agree, but the other families don't. Can I do without their consent? Can I do without their consent? O. Geneva When it comes to real estate, co-ownership takes the...
Read more Arranging the condominium landing
Droit des successions

After a death, who decides on the sale of a plot of land?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Who decides on the sale of land after a death? "My wife and I jointly owned a plot of land. Can one of my children object to the sale of the plot, given that I own most of it? Now and after my death? André, Chêne-Bougeries...
Read more After a death, who decides on the sale of a plot of land?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Surprise fine...

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Surprise fine... " I've received a parking fine at home even though I've never found a parking ticket on the windscreen of my car. How is this possible?" Joëlle, Geneva If the fine you've received is for parking your car incorrectly, you've received a parking fine. This...
Read more Surprise fine...

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