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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

Droits réels : propriétés et possessions

Not all roads lead to your neighbour's!

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Not all paths lead to the neighbour's house! I bought a plot of land on which a right of way to the neighbour's plot is registered. However, this right of way no longer serves any purpose, as the neighbour has carried out work to create an opening on another side of his plot, in order to...
Read more Not all roads lead to your neighbour's!
Droit des personnes et de la famille

Receiving the 2nd pillar after a divorce

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Receiving the 2nd pillar after a divorce "I was married for 13 years and divorced in 2004. During my marriage, I stopped working for several years to look after our children. Now that I'm about to retire, can I claim back some of the BVG/LPP contributions I made to my...
Read more Receiving the 2nd pillar after a divorce
Droit administratif et fiscal

Income and wealth tax: what's the difference?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Income and wealth tax: what's the difference? "Could you explain the difference between income tax and wealth tax? I've just received redundancy pay and I'd like to know how it will be taxed. Madeleine, Le Lignon Cantonal and federal taxation involves determining the amount of...
Read more Income and wealth tax: what's the difference?
Droit administratif et fiscal

Taxation of income and wealth: what's the difference?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Taxation of income and wealth: what's the difference? "Can you explain the difference between income and wealth tax? How do I declare redundancy payments received from my employer?" Maggy, Vernier At federal level, the law on direct federal taxation (LIFD) governs income tax and wealth...
Read more Taxation of income and wealth: what's the difference?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

Housework

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Housework I recently read in the newspaper that a French politician is trying to get a new offence introduced into the penal code to punish anyone who doesn't do their fair share of housework! I hope that no such offence exists in Swiss law? Would it be possible for such a crazy idea to gain ground?
Read more Housework
Droit pénal et de la circulation

American and Swiss systems

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
The American system and the Swiss system " This week, I read a report in the press about the Strauss-Kahn affair, in which it was explained that the American judicial system is "adversarial", unlike the Swiss system, which is "inquisitorial", thanks to the work of the investigating judges, who seek evidence for both the prosecution and the...
Read more American and Swiss systems
Droit de l’immobilier et de la construction

Living space in residential areas

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Living space in a residential zone " I've bought a plot of land in a residential zone in Geneva to build a villa. I'd like some information about the living area. Jérôme, Geneva If possible, before buying a plot of building land and, in any case, before starting work, it's best to find out...
Read more Living space in residential areas
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

What are sureties and guarantees?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
What are sureties and guarantees? I'm 18 and planning to buy a flat on my own. I've heard about rent guarantees, sureties and deposits: what are the differences and what can I expect?" A.; Geneva First of all, it's important to distinguish between two different institutions in the...
Read more What are sureties and guarantees?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Do I have to testify against my husband?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Am I obliged to testify against my husband? I'd like to know if I'm obliged to testify against my husband, who has been summoned to appear in court". Sylvie, Geneva First of all, you need to know what type of proceedings are involved. If it's a civil case, the Geneva law of civil procedure...
Read more Do I have to testify against my husband?

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