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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 administratif et fiscal

Eight years of study, but under what conditions?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Eight years of study, but under what conditions? "Last week you explained the procedure - apparently quite simple - that a foreigner has to follow to enter Switzerland to study, and I was astonished to read that this is the way to stay in our country for 8 years! So is it enough to find...
Read more Eight years of study, but under what conditions?
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

Unrequited rent increase

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Rent increase for nothing in return "In September 2007, I agreed to a monthly rent increase of CHF 200 because the owner of my building had told me that the boiler, which was in a terrible state, needed to be repaired or replaced immediately! The boiler is still in place and, according to the heating engineer who came to...
Read more Unrequited rent increase
Procédure, médiation et arbitrage

Rent increase: should I accept?

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Rent increase: should I accept? "I've been "informed" by the new owner of my building of a substantial rent increase, with the threat of termination of the lease. My rent, which is very low, has not been increased since 2000. The new owner is now in a hurry to increase the rent drastically, which...
Read more Rent increase: should I accept?
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Sexual harassment and compensation

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Sexual harassment and compensation "I read your article of 6 June about sexual harassment in the workplace. I'd like to know what risks (e.g. dismissal) the victim is exposed to if she reports such behaviour to her employer, and what the possibilities are for compensation." Fanny, Perly First of all, it should be remembered that the personality of the...
Read more Sexual harassment and compensation
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Sexual harassment in the workplace

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Sexual harassment at work " One of my colleagues pesters me every day with saucy jokes. Can this be classed as sexual harassment? If so, what exactly are my employer's obligations to put a stop to it?" Emilie, Meyrin Protecting employees against sexual harassment is a matter for both the employer and the...
Read more Sexual harassment in the workplace
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Sexual harassment

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Sexual harassment " How do you know if you are being sexually harassed? Are incessant vulgar jokes by male colleagues enough? Marina, Geneva A 2008 survey commissioned by the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs revealed that 28 % of women and 10 % of men had felt sexually harassed or bothered...
Read more Sexual harassment
Droit des personnes et de la famille

Harassment and electronic tagging

19 March 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Harassment and an electronic bracelet Since we split up last year, my ex has been calling me all the time, even at night, sending me often threatening text messages and emails, coming to my front door and following me in the street. I've already lodged a complaint, but despite a criminal conviction, he's still at it! A...
Read more Harassment and electronic tagging
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Orange light

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Orange light The Ordinance on Road Signs and Signals (OSR) governs signs, markings and advertising on roads and their approaches, signs and instructions to be given by the police; it also determines the measures and restrictions necessary for traffic.Article 68 of this ordinance states that a red light means "stop"...
Read more Orange light
Droit pénal et de la circulation

Parties, wine, champagne and driving

19 June 2025
by Pascal Rytz
Holidays, wine, champagne and driving " I'm a great lover of wine and champagne! For New Year's Eve on 24 and 31 December, I've been invited to wine-tasting evenings at the home of friends who live in the country and, as there's no public transport available, I'll have to drive there. I know that...
Read more Parties, wine, champagne and driving

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