In re Christo

OPINION OF THE COURT

Respondent James D. Christo was admitted to the practice of law in the State of New York by the Third Judicial Department on March 27, 1990 under the name James Douglas Christo. At all relevant times, he has maintained a law office within the First Judicial Department.

On April 3, 2009, respondent was convicted after a jury trial in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York of conspiracy to commit immigration fraud (18 USC § 371). On October 29, 2009, he was sentenced to five years probation. By order dated March 11, 2011, respondent’s…