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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

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...
Droit pénal et de la circulation

So, yes or no?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
So, is it yes or no? Yes is yes, no is no, other variations... It's a bit confusing with all the information that's appeared in the media recently about the definition of rape! Can you shed some light on this in a few simple words? A, Vaud Indeed, debate is raging on this thorny issue, as the definition of...
Read more So, yes or no?
Droit administratif et fiscal

Alcohol: on boats too!

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Alcohol: on the boat too! "With this magnificent autumn, the season for aperitifs on the lake is deliciously prolonged... However, I was intrigued to hear several people tell me that there is no alcohol limit for boat drivers. How is that possible? Aline, Nyon You're right to be surprised: this dangerous belief...
Read more Alcohol: on boats too!
Droit administratif et fiscal

Aid in the event of COVID-19

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Aid in the event of COVID-19 "My daughter was recently made redundant because her employer, a self-employed person, told her that he had no more work at this time of crisis and that he couldn't benefit from short-time working. I've heard about the huge sums released by the authorities. Isn't my daughter entitled to this? "Claude,...
Read more Aid in the event of COVID-19
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Helping people to die. When is it punishable?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Helping people to die. When is it punishable? Switzerland seems to be one of the few countries where it is possible to commit suicide with the help of a doctor or associations such as Exit or Dignitas. In what situations is it actually punishable to assist someone who wishes to die? " N,...
Read more Helping people to die. When is it punishable?
Droits réels : propriétés et possessions

Do I have the right to photograph an object of art?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Do I have the right to photograph a work of art? "If you photograph a work of art displayed in the public domain, what use can you make of it? The photo is our work, but the subject is someone else's work. What about copyright? François, Anière Federal law on copyright and intellectual...
Read more Do I have the right to photograph an object of art?
Droit des poursuites et de la faillite

Deeds of default: the statute of limitations

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Deeds of default: the statute of limitations "The issue that concerns me is the validity of deeds of default after bankruptcy. We hear that these deeds are cancelled after 20 years. Is this really the case? Can the validity of these deeds be extended? After 20 years, the...
Read more Deeds of default: the statute of limitations

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