Alec Bohm Faces Family Turmoil Amid Claims of Financial Betrayal
Alec Bohm Alleges Financial Misconduct Against Parents in Lawsuit
PHILADELPHIA — Alec Bohm, third baseman for the Philadelphia Phillies, has initiated a lawsuit against his parents, Dan and Lisa Bohm, alleging that they misappropriated significant funds from his financial accounts. This legal action comes just days before MLB’s opening day, placing a spotlight on a troubling family dispute amidst the excitement of a new season.
The lawsuit contends that deceptive financial practices began shortly after Bohm received a $5.85 million signing bonus following his selection as the third overall pick in the 2018 MLB draft. According to the filing, his parents allegedly used money from four limited liability companies, which they created, to cover their expenses without his consent.
In response to the allegations, Dan and Lisa Bohm expressed their distress over the claims, stating through their attorney, Robert Eckard, that they have always acted with their son’s best interests at heart. "Mr. and Mrs. Bohm love their son very much and have always acted in his best interests, both personally and professionally, and still do so to this day," Eckard said.
The lawsuit demands a minimum of $3 million in damages and seeks to transfer control of the accounts from his parents to him. Additionally, Bohm is requesting that a qualified accountant analyzes all transactions involving the movement of funds between his personal accounts and those managed by his parents.
Bohm chose not to comment on the lawsuit following the Phillies’ opening-day game, in which he contributed significantly with a three-run home run, helping secure a victory for the team. A 2024 All-Star, Bohm holds a career batting average of .280 and has hit 71 home runs over his six seasons in the league. In 2026, he is set to earn $10.2 million, wrapping up his final year of arbitration.
The suit further alleges that Dan and Lisa Bohm utilized funds from the Alec Bohm Foundation, which they direct, for personal expenses. According to online tax documents, Bohm has contributed $675,000 to the foundation as of 2022. The foundation has reportedly funded numerous charitable efforts, including initiatives that drilled water wells in Africa and supported local hospitals in Philadelphia.
Bohm’s path to the major leagues was not without challenges. He underwent elbow surgery in high school and faced a setback due to an infection. Initially overlooked by college recruiters, Bohm eventually thrived at Wichita State University, becoming a prominent prospect by his junior year.
Despite his success on the field, Bohm has faced distractions off the field, including a false viral claim in 2025 suggesting he donated his entire bonus to a homeless shelter—an assertion he later clarified as untrue.
As Bohm’s legal battles unfold, the implications for his personal and professional life remain to be seen, with fans and observers eager to see how this story develops in conjunction with the new MLB season.
