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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

Who bears the costs of a stay in an EMS?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Who bears the costs of a stay in an EMS? I am separated (but not divorced) from my wife and a judgement on measures to protect the marital union has been handed down. This provides for the separation of assets and the payment of a maintenance contribution by me of CHF 2,000 per month. My wife gives...
Read more Who bears the costs of a stay in an EMS?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

If you drive too fast, you won't gather any moss

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
I've just bought a magnificent car and I briefly accelerated above the speed limit on the motorway for just a few seconds, while the road was perfectly clear and with full visibility. Unfortunately, I think I was flashed just as...
Read more If you drive too fast, you won't gather any moss
Droit des personnes et de la famille

Who is entitled to the allowance?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Who is entitled to the allowance? "I'm divorced and my ex-husband receives 200 francs a month in child benefit for my son, who lives with me. This sum would be a great help to me, as I'm currently unemployed, but my ex-husband refuses to pay it to me. Is it possible that...
Read more Who is entitled to the allowance?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

Who pays for accommodation in an EMS?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Who has to pay for accommodation in an EMS? "My father is 94 years old and has just moved into a retirement home. Obviously, the amount of his AVS pension is insufficient to pay for his accommodation. So I appealed to the social services. I was told that I would have to contribute towards the cost of...
Read more Who pays for accommodation in an EMS?
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

Who pays for new windows?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Who should pay for new windows? "In a condominium in Valais, some co-owners have decided to replace windows that are over 30 years old. Should these changes be paid for by the renovation fund? As the renovation fund does not yet have the necessary funds,...
Read more Who pays for new windows?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Who will compensate the victim?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Who will compensate the victim? "In the Marina case (see Tribune de Genève, 10 December 2011), in which a young student was shot in the head, the accused was ordered to pay the plaintiff CHF 147,000 in compensation. Who will have to pay this compensation if the convicted person has no means of support?" Richard,...
Read more Who will compensate the victim?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Who has the right to go out armed?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Who has the right to go out armed? "I'd like to know whether Switzerland has the same right to carry firearms on the streets as the United States. Tania, La Plaine The issue of firearms regularly hits the headlines in Switzerland. On 13 February 2011, the Swiss people rejected a referendum on...
Read more Who has the right to go out armed?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Who has priority on a mountain road?

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Who has the right of way on a mountain road? "I read your article of 7 March 2016 on the internet about a problem of priority on the road. I'd like to ask you a question that's been bothering me: I frequently drive along a narrow mountain road where it's rare for two vehicles to be able to get...
Read more Who has priority on a mountain road?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Right of way at the wheel

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
A question of priority at the wheel of a car "I was driving on the Swiss road towards Geneva when the right-hand lane I was in came to an end, forcing me to turn left. Some cars had anticipated this measure very early on, forming a long queue, whereas I preferred to stay in my lane and...
Read more Right of way at the wheel

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