Pierre Jaccoud 1905 – 1996

Biography

Pierre Jaccoud was born on November 24, 1905, in Geneva, Switzerland, during a time of significant change in European society. He devoted his professional life to the practice of law, becoming a respected member of the Swiss legal community. Throughout his career, Jaccoud contributed to his profession during a period that spanned much of the twentieth century, witnessing and participating in the evolution of Swiss jurisprudence and legal practice.

Jaccoud’s life extended well into his later years, as he lived to age ninety, passing away on July 4, 1996. His nearly nine decades encompassed remarkable historical periods, from the early twentieth century through the close of the modern era. Though specific details of his personal achievements and professional legacy remain limited in available records, his long life and dedication to the law reflect a commitment to his work and his country.

The full scope of Pierre Jaccoud’s contributions to Swiss society and his impact on those around him form part of the broader story of Geneva’s legal heritage. He represents a generation of professionals who helped shape the institutions and practices that defined their era.