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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 du travail

I don't like my work certificate

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
I don't like my work certificate " My employer has issued me with a work certificate that I find unpleasant, to say the least. What can I ask to be included in a work certificate? Can I ask for anything I find negative to be removed? Florian, Bardonnex Under article 330a of the Swiss Code of Obligations (CO), an employee may...
Read more I don't like my work certificate
Droit du travail

My work certificate is incomplete

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
My work certificate is incomplete "I was made redundant recently and my employer gave me a work certificate that didn't say anything about what I'd done for the company. Can I ask him for a more complete one? Sandrine, Geneva Issuing an employment certificate is one of the obligations...
Read more My work certificate is incomplete
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Will my criminal record stand in my way?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Will my criminal record stand in my way? I got into some mischief when I was young, but that was over 15 years ago... I got a suspended prison sentence and I wonder if it still appears on my criminal record, from which I'll soon have to provide an extract for a new job...
Read more Will my criminal record stand in my way?
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

My landlord is forcing me to visit

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
My landlord is forcing me to visit " I currently live in a flat in Geneva. I terminated my lease at the end of January 2016 within the notice period. Since I sent the notice, the landlord has wanted to impose visits on me, including at weekends. He keeps calling me to give me 24 hours' notice...
Read more My landlord is forcing me to visit
Droit des personnes et de la famille

Modification of divorce decree

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Modification of divorce decree The modification or cancellation of the maintenance contribution set out in a divorce decree is governed by article 286 paragraph 2 CC, applicable by reference from article 134 paragraph 2 CC.Article 286 paragraphs 1 and 2 CC stipulates that the judge may order that the maintenance contribution be increased or...
Read more Modification of divorce decree
Droit administratif et fiscal

Terms and conditions for RHT in COVID-19 time

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Terms and conditions of RHT in COVID-19 time "The Geneva Employment Office has just informed me of its decision to grant my company compensation for reduced working hours. I am surprised to learn, however, that my application is considered late because it was made after 31 March 2020 and that, as a result, my company has been...
Read more Terms and conditions for RHT in COVID-19 time
Droit des personnes et de la famille

How do you go about placing someone under guardianship?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
How do you go about placing someone under guardianship? "My father has become senile and I've been advised to put him under guardianship. What should I do?" Patricia, Petit-Lancy Under article 369 of the Civil Code, a person of full age may be placed under guardianship if he or she is incapable of managing his or her own affairs, cannot do without care and assistance...
Read more How do you go about placing someone under guardianship?
Droit des obligations et des contrats

Furniture installed but not paid for ...

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Furniture installed but not paid for... " I installed a piece of furniture for a customer some time ago. She still hasn't paid me, despite my numerous reminders. Do I have the right to collect the furniture from her by myself? Bertrand, Vaud According to the legal definition, a sale is a contract...
Read more Furniture installed but not paid for ...
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

My neighbours are too noisy

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
My neighbours are too noisy" I'm a tenant in a block of flats. For years the upstairs neighbours have had dogs barking all day and the downstairs neighbours make noise late into the night. I've tried to speak to them and to my landlord, but nothing has changed and no one has...
Read more My neighbours are too noisy

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