About Us
Federal Grants & Education Law Experts Since 1980
The Bruman Group, PLLC is nationally recognized for its federal grants management and education law practice. Our firm provides legal and consultative services regarding federal grants and education compliance and has a robust legislative practice that enables the Firm to provide a comprehensive set of services for our clients.
Initially established in 1980 as the law firm of Brustein & Manasevit, the Firm has represented States, school districts, colleges, and other private and public entities nationwide and in outlying territories on matters related to federal programs and grants compliance. In 2023, the Firm changed its name to The Bruman Group, PLLC paying homage to the firm’s founding partners.
The Bruman Group, PLLC is a majority Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) that has purposefully maintained its small size, low overhead costs, and specialized focus on federal grant and education law, yielding an efficient practice at a lower cost to clients.
Legal & Consulting Services
We simplify all aspects of federal grants for recipients and subrecipients across the country, advising clients on compliance under the UGG and EDGAR.
We demystify federal education grant programs for recipients and subrecipients nationwide, making compliance and administration less overwhelming.
Offering both in-person and virtual options, our engaging workshops simplify every aspect of federal education grant programs for recipients and subrecipients nationwide.
We support clients nationwide by keeping them up-to-date on the changing legislative and regulatory landscape of federal grants and education programs.
We have a successful track record of representing clients across the country in litigation and administrative appeals involving federal education programs and grants.
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Meet the Team
At The Bruman Group, PLLC, our attorneys and staff work closely together so that our entire Firm develops a thorough knowledge of the major federal education programs and key grant issues affecting all non-federal entities. Our team approach permits our staff to provide comprehensive information regarding federal grant and education compliance. Click the boxes below to learn more about each individual member of our team.
Attorneys & Legislative Staff
Erin Auerbach, Esquire
Of Counsel
Michael Brustein, Esquire
Founding Partner
Kelly Christiansen
Legislative Director
Non-Attorney Professional
Bonnie Graham, Esquire
Partner
Tiffany Kesslar, Esquire
Partner
Julia Martin, Esquire
Director of Policy and
Government Affairs
Jennifer Mauskapf, Esquire
Of Counsel
Shane Morrisey, Esquire
Senior Associate
Steven Spillan, Esquire
Partner
Brandi Wills, Esquire
Associate
Administrative Staff
Nicole Brooks
Office Manager
Charlene Taylor
Executive Assistant
Chris McCoy
Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant
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Based in DC, Serving Educational Institutions Nationwide
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