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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

When justice is suspended

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
When justice stops flying "I've heard that during the festive season, the courts stop functioning, so you can't get a court ruling. Is this true? "Vincent, Thônex The "féries judiciaires" are a period of the year during which legal deadlines are...
Read more When justice is suspended
Droits réels : propriétés et possessions

When the hedge of the neighbouring villa casts a shadow over you

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
When your neighbour's hedge is in the way " I own a villa with a garden surrounded by a hedge. My neighbours also have a hedge, but the problem is that theirs is 3 metres high and encroaches on mine. Is there anything I can do? "Thomas, Geneva In Switzerland, the...
Read more When the hedge of the neighbouring villa casts a shadow over you
Droit des successions

When heritage crosses borders

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
When inheritance jumps over borders" To pick up on your last point, I have the following question: as a French couple living in France, we have an only son who is a French national but lives and works in Switzerland. When we die, how will the estate be dealt with? "Roger, France When...
Read more When heritage crosses borders
Droit pénal et de la circulation

When I lend my car to a relative

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
When I lend my car to a relative " I want to leave my car with my grandson during my holidays abroad. However, a friend told me that I would still be civilly liable in the event of an accident. Is this true?" Ani, Versoix The law on road traffic includes a section on the civil liability of the owner of a...
Read more When I lend my car to a relative
Droit bancaire et droit des assurances

When should I change health insurance provider?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
When should I change health insurer? "I want to change my basic health insurance because I've found out that my friend pays a much cheaper health insurance premium. But I've been told that I can't change insurers at any time! Is this true?" Judith, Acacias The Swiss legislator has stipulated that affiliation to...
Read more When should I change health insurance provider?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

What does the birth certificate show?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
What does the birth certificate say? "I recently requested a birth certificate for myself, and the extract I received does not contain the following details: my mother's place of origin, my parents' dates of birth, and their place of residence at the time of my birth. Should they have given them to me?
Read more What does the birth certificate show?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

What is AVS "splitting"?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
What is AVS splitting? "Someone recently told me about an AVS splitting that you have to apply for after a divorce. What exactly is this? Do I need to take any special steps? Pascal, Geneva Under the Federal Law on Old-Age and Survivors' Insurance, the ordinary AVS pension is calculated on the...
Read more What is AVS "splitting"?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

So what is lis pendens?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
So what is lis pendens? "I read your contribution on the jurisdiction of Geneva courts in divorce cases where the spouse has moved abroad. I have Swiss nationality, live in Geneva and am now separated from my wife, who has French nationality. I want a divorce. Can I bring an action...
Read more So what is lis pendens?
Droit des obligations et des contrats

What is a non-competition clause?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
What is a non-competition clause? "I've been unhappy with my job for some time now. A new opportunity has arisen that I'd like to take up. It's the same job in a similar company. I've built up my client portfolio myself, thanks to both my professional and personal qualities, even though I'm aware that...
Read more What is a non-competition clause?

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