Peter works as a paralegal for a law firm. The firm’s client is suing her former employer for wrongful termi nation of the employment relationship. The client has financial records that prove that her supervisor autho rized nondisclosure of income to the Internal Reve nue Service. Disclosing these records would seriously affect her supervisor’s credibility and would strengthen the client’s case. Peter contacts the client to obtain the records. She refuses, fearing the effect it might have on her ability to find another job. Peter’s super vising attorney is adamant about the need to obtain these records. The attorney is concerned that the firm might be guilty of malpractice if it fails to introduce this evidence. To whom is Peter obligated, the cli ent or the firm? Why? How should Peter resolve this conflict?