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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 pénal et de la circulation

When can I access the criminal file?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
When can I access the criminal file? "Someone lodged a complaint against me. Before my first hearing with the Public Prosecutor's Office, I asked to see the file, but I was refused! Who can have access to this file and when? Alexis, Bellevue As part of the...
Read more When can I access the criminal file?
Droit des poursuites et de la faillite

When can you declare personal bankruptcy?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
When can you declare personal bankruptcy? "I'm in a very difficult financial situation. I've been in legal proceedings for a number of years and have already been the subject of a number of deeds of default. I'm wondering what the advantages of personal bankruptcy would be. André, Carouge The two main methods of debt collection...
Read more When can you declare personal bankruptcy?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

When the father is misled

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
When the father is misled" I was very interested in your article last week on medical liability in the event of an unwanted pregnancy. What happens when it's the mother of the child who misleads the father by claiming that she can't get pregnant, which turns out to be incorrect? Is it possible to claim...
Read more When the father is misled
Droit bancaire et droit des assurances

When Crédit Suisse sells itself on credit...

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
When Crédit Suisse is sold on credit... I fail to understand how Crédit Suisse could be taken over by UBS with the blessing of the Federal Council in such a short space of time and without any consultation of the shareholders, without even going through the process of nationalising the bank. Can the government really do as it pleases?
Read more When Crédit Suisse sells itself on credit...
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?

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