In re Yoshihiro Saito

In this disciplinary matter, Hearing Committee Number Eight (“Committee”) recommends approval of a petition for negotiated attorney discipline. See D.C. Bar Rule XI, § 12.1. Respondent, Yoshihiro Saito, admits to violating District of Columbia Rules of Professional Conduct 8.4(c) (“engaging] in conduct involving dishonesty, fraud, deceit, or misrepresentation”). This violation stems from his representation of an international client and submission of a questionnaire to the United States Department of Commerce. Specifically, respondent failed to disclose significant alterations to a sales…