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Real estate and construction law, business law, law of persons and family Law

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

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?
Technologie, esport et intelligence artificielle

What about online games?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
What about online gaming? "Thank you for your response last week regarding the restrictions on private poker games. My friends reminded me that Swiss citizens recently voted to relax gambling rules - what impact will this have on our favourite pastime?" Philippe Il...
Read more What about online games?
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

Bedbugs!

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Bedbugs!" A resident in my block of flats has had his flat infested with bedbugs. The other neighbours and I wondered whether the building management company was obliged to eradicate these bugs. What can we do if they come into our homes? "L, Vernier When it comes to leases, the Code of Obligations (CO)...
Read more Bedbugs!
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Can I check my mailbox?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can I check her mailbox? I've just stumbled across my soon-to-be ex-girlfriend's password for her e-mail in a notebook she left at my place after her last visit, which ended in an ugly row. I really want to go and check her emails to make sure she hasn't...
Read more Can I check my mailbox?
Droits réels : propriétés et possessions

Can I prune my neighbour's tree?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can I prune my neighbour's tree? A twisted old tree in my neighbour's garden has several rotten branches sticking out onto my property. My granddaughters often play there, and I'm afraid they'll be knocked unconscious if one of the branches breaks off and falls on my side of the...
Read more Can I prune my neighbour's tree?
Droit des obligations et des contrats

Can I return online purchases?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can I return online purchases? "I've bought several Christmas presents on the Internet, particularly on Swiss and French sites. I'm currently waiting to receive them and I'm wondering whether I'll be able to return them if the people I'm going to give them to don't like them...
Read more Can I return online purchases?

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