The Bruman Group, PLLC

The Bruman Group, PLLC is nationally recognized for its federal grants management and education practice. With over 40 years specializing in federal education grants law, the Firm has extensive knowledge and a level of experience unmatched by any other law or consulting firm. Initially established in 1980 as the law firm of Brustein & Manasevit, the Firm has represented States, school districts, colleges, and other private and public non-federal entities on matters related to federal programs and grants compliance. In 2023, the Firm changed its name to The Bruman Group, PLLC. The Firm has provided legal advice regarding federal education programs such as the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), formerly the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V), and Workforce Investment Opportunity Act (WIA), as well as the Higher Education Act. In addition, the firm regularly counsels clients on federal grants management requirements, such as the Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR) the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Uniform Grants Guidance and the General Education Provisions Act (GEPA). The firm presents on these issues are are regularly keynote speakers. Our attorneys also conduct mock monitoring visits, internal controls reviews, draft policies and procedures and provide audit defense to its clients. In addition, the firm also assists clients in drafting, proposing and reviewing legislation affecting education.