Experts in Federal Grants & Education Law
45+ years representing states, school districts, colleges, and education associations in all aspects of federal grants and program compliance
Legal & Consulting Services
Federal Grants Management
Our grants management services include advising clients on allowability, cost allocation rules, procurement, inventory management, time and effort, documentation, subrecipient monitoring and audit requirements and general compliance under the UGG and EDGAR.
Education Program Compliance
We respond to questions regarding federal education programmatic requirements including, but not limited to, eligibility, allowable uses of funds, allocations, supplement not supplant and maintenance of effort, timely spending and carryover, match, and more.
Training
Trainings for clients on federal grants management and education programs are designed to help organizations understand and apply complex federal regulations, improve internal controls, and develop staff proficiency in managing grant funds effectively. We provide both in-person and virtual training options.
Legislative Services
Our legislative team stays up-to-date on all pending reauthorizations, bills, executive orders, guidance documents and any other congressional, legislative or executive actions that may impact our clients. We provide a weekly Federal Update for clients to stay informed.
Litigation & Administrative Appeals
Our Firm provides assistance in administrative appeals of program review determinations, withholding of federal funds, and other adverse administrative actions, like State maintenance of effort/maintenance of financial support (MFS) findings under IDEA.
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Serving Educational Institutions Since 1980
The Bruman Group, PLLC, originally Brustein & Manasevit, has over 45 years of experience representing states, school districts, colleges and education associations in all aspects of federal grants and program compliance. The Firm has purposefully maintained its small size and specialized focus to deliver cost-efficient, high-quality legal and consulting services.
Located in Washington DC, close to the US Department of Education and Capitol Hill, the Firm closely tracks federal legislation, appropriations, policies, regulations and guidance to provide timely, informed advice to clients.
Years of Professional Experience
States & Territories Served
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Majority Women-Owned Small Business
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PublicationsThe Administrator’s Handbook on EDGAR – 6th Edition
$44.00This publication includes the updated 2 CFR Part 200 (UGG) 2024 final updates and technical updates; 2024 updates to EDGAR parts 75, 76, 77, and 81 and the technical updates; the ED and OMB debarment and suspension regulations; excerpts from the General Education Provisions Act; and updated USED’s Food, Meetings, and Conferences Guidance.
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Annual Full Access Pass
$2,400.00This pass gives your team unlimited access to Bruman’s full recorded webinar library—featuring clear, introductory overviews of every major education program (ESEA, IDEA, CTE, and more) alongside advanced, deep‑dive sessions on the compliance topics that matter most.
What It's Like to Work Together
Deep Subject Matter Expertise
Our Firm has over 45 years of experience advising clients on federal grants and education program compliance
Fast & Reliable Responsiveness
Clients are always our #1 priority, which is why we are committed to being available when you need us
Above & Beyond Service
We offer personalized attention when helping clients navigate federal grants and education program requirements
Practice Areas
Federal Funding
Our firm guides clients through all of the compliance aspects of federal grant programs. This includes reviewing grants processes, identifying systematic weaknesses, assisting with best practices, and generally ensuring compliance with federal regulations such as 2 CFR Part 200, the Uniform Guidance.
Elementary & Secondary Education
Our firm provides legal assistance regarding elementary and secondary education, supporting states, school districts, education agencies, and related organizations with guidance to operate in full compliance with federal education laws and regulations. We help clients navigate the complex landscape governing public and private K–12 education systems, including areas such as education policy, funding, and compliance.
Post-Secondary Education
We advise colleges, universities, community and technical colleges, and vocational institutions on the broad range of legal and regulatory issues that affect higher education operations, including workforce education, federal financial aid programs, and grants management. These services help institutions maintain compliance, protect their interests, and support equitable and effective educational environments.
Special Education & Civil Rights
Our firm provides assistance to education agencies and institutions on compliance with laws that protect the rights of students with disabilities and uphold nondiscrimination in education. This work includes support with all major statutes (IDEA, Section 504, ADA, Title IX, Title VI, etc.), civil rights protections, dispute resolution and litigation.
