Duty to the Client

What ethical duty of the attorney to their client is being violated by deliberately choosing not to utilize available legal defenses to protect the client?

A defense attorney is assigned to represent a client who has been accused of a serious crime. The attorney believes that her client is guilty. However, there are also some procedural irregularities and potential legal defenses that could be used to defend the client's rights. Despite having these options, the attorney deliberately chooses not to use them, effectively failing to represent the client to the best of their abilities.

Choices:

A) The duty of confidentiality

B) The duty to the court

C) The duty of impartiality

D) The duty to the client