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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 des successions

My estate without a will?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
My estate without a will? "I am 90 years old, single and have no children. My nephew (my late brother's son) and his mother are the only members of my family. How will my estate be divided if I don't make a will? How much should I leave to my sister-in-law and my...
Read more My estate without a will?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

Will my daughter keep the pension paid by her father if she marries?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Will my daughter keep her father's alimony if she marries? "My eldest daughter, who is over 20 and a university student, receives maintenance payments from her father. She is planning to get married this year and is worried about her father's obligation to support her.
Read more Will my daughter keep the pension paid by her father if she marries?
Droit des personnes et de la famille

My wife is no longer paying the rent

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
My wife is no longer paying the rent " My wife and I are separated on the basis of a judgement on measures to protect the marital union. She was awarded the family home and a maintenance contribution. Now she's no longer paying the rent and the bills are coming in. Do I have to pay this rent? When spouses...
Read more My wife is no longer paying the rent
Droit des poursuites et de la faillite

Does my partner have a right of action?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Does my partner have the right to take action? "I'm not married, but I've been living in the same flat with my girlfriend for several years. Can she oppose a payment order sent to me while I'm away? Daniel, Geneva On receipt of a summons to pay, the relevant office must send the alleged debtor...
Read more Does my partner have a right of action?
Droit des obligations et des contrats

My health insurance company owes me 500 francs ...

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
My health insurance company owes me CHF 500 ... " Despite several reminders, my health insurance company has failed to pay me CHF 500. Am I entitled to offset this sum against my debts to them, in particular my insurance premiums? Corinne, Vaud Certainly, according to art. 120...
Read more My health insurance company owes me 500 francs ...
Droit administratif et fiscal

Administrative Procedure Act

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Law on administrative procedure The question you raise relates to what Swiss law calls the principle of promptness. First enshrined in Article 29 of our Federal Constitution, this principle guarantees everyone the right to an administrative or judicial decision within a reasonable time. In Geneva, the principle of promptness is...
Read more Administrative Procedure Act
Droit de l’immobilier et de la construction

Deceased tenant: what about the lease?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Deceased tenant: what about the lease? "My partner and I live in a flat where only she is officially the tenant. The owner of the flat has told me that if my girlfriend dies, he will terminate their lease with immediate effect. Does he have the right to do this? René, Chêne-Bougeries A lease...
Read more Deceased tenant: what about the lease?
Droit administratif et fiscal

Liquids authorised in accompanied baggage

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Liquid authorised in accompanied baggage "On departure from the French sector of the airport, a hand baggage inspector confiscated a 100 ml cream prescribed by my doctor. Ignoring my explanations, she demanded that I send this precious liquid as checked baggage on the grounds that only medicines to be consumed...
Read more Liquids authorised in accompanied baggage
Droit du travail

Dismissal and late holidays

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Dismissal and overdue holidays "I've received a registered letter from a former employee who was recently dismissed, demanding that I pay him the amount corresponding to the holidays he didn't take from 2007 to 2010. Do I have the right to refuse? Anne, Geneva As an employer, for each year of service,...
Read more Dismissal and late holidays

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