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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 pénal et de la circulation

Is it illegal to photograph drug dealers?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Is it illegal to photograph drug dealers? Is it legal to photograph people carrying out illegal activities in the street and post these images on a social network? What are the risks? JF, Geneva Personal rights are protected by article 28 of the Civil Code, which generally prohibits any infringement of these rights,...
Read more Is it illegal to photograph drug dealers?
Droit des obligations et des contrats

Can I still return a purchase?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can a purchase always be returned? "Is it true that a product sold in a shop as a promotion cannot necessarily be returned? A friend of mine was tempted by two small tubes of eyelid-smoothing beauty products sold in action for CHF 380 (with a free beauty treatment). Realising that she'd made a...
Read more Can I still return a purchase?
Technologie, esport et intelligence artificielle

Is it possible to collect customer lists?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can customer lists be collected? "Is it legal to collect biometric data or customer lists? Can this information be transferred abroad? Marco, Geneva. Personal data is a precious commodity for companies, the authorities and every individual concerned about respecting their privacy.
Read more Is it possible to collect customer lists?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

Can access rights be changed?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can access rights be changed? "I've been divorced for several years. Custody of my 13-year-old daughter has been awarded to my ex-wife, but I have visiting rights from Wednesday evening to Thursday morning and from Friday evening to Saturday evening each week, as well as half...
Read more Can access rights be changed?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Can you call someone crazy with impunity?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can you call someone crazy with impunity? When someone is told they are crazy, can they lodge a complaint? If so, how far can the complaint go? Marc, Chavannes According to article 177 of the Criminal Code, anyone who, by word, writing, image, gesture or by any other means, insults a person is punishable by...
Read more Can you call someone crazy with impunity?
Droit des obligations et des contrats

Can you use up your sickness benefit?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can you use up your sick pay? As an electrician by trade, I find myself without pay after 2 months of sickness because my employer has stopped paying me on the grounds that, according to him, I have used up my "credit" of sick pay. Does he have the right to do this while I'm still sick? A,...
Read more Can you use up your sickness benefit?
Droit administratif et fiscal

Can a fictitious tax domicile be reported?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can a fictitious tax domicile be reported? A wealthy neighbour bought flats in my condominium, where he lived for four years before moving out. He was not domiciled in the municipality and therefore paid no tax there. I'd like to know whether wealthy people can get a tax credit for...
Read more Can a fictitious tax domicile be reported?
Droit des poursuites et de la faillite

Can bankruptcy be postponed?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Is it possible to postpone bankruptcy? "I run a limited company whose financial situation has deteriorated recently. I've heard about adjournments of bankruptcy. How does it work? Jean, Lancy There are various ways of helping companies threatened with bankruptcy to recover or even survive. The federal law on...
Read more Can bankruptcy be postponed?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

Can he sell our business without my signature?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Can he sell our business without my signature? "My husband, from whom I've been separated for 9 years, is refusing to divorce me, and I'm not insisting in order to preserve our good relationship. We have a business in another canton that is being sold. Can my husband sell it without my signature on the deed?
Read more Can he sell our business without my signature?

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