Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2024	Jun. 30, 2023	Jun. 30, 2024	Jun. 30, 2023
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income (loss)	$ 14,921	$ (13,246)	$ 32,406	$ (9,683)
Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of tax	504	305	(275)	589
Other comprehensive income (loss)	504	305	(275)	589
Comprehensive income (loss)	15,425	(12,941)	32,131	(9,094)
Less: Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests	1,788	(1,252)	2,647	(1,327)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Moelis & Company	$ 13,637	$ (11,689)	$ 29,484	$ (7,767)