Condensed Consolidated and Combined Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013	Sep. 30, 2014	Sep. 30, 2013
Condensed Consolidated and Combined Statements of Comprehensive Income
Net income (loss)	$ 32,785	$ 14,450	$ (5,733)	$ 36,297
Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of tax	(3,156)	3,805	(1,442)	356
Other comprehensive income (loss)	(3,156)	3,805	(1,442)	356
Comprehensive income (loss)	29,629	18,255	(7,175)	36,653
Less: Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests	24,017		5,740
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Moelis & Company	$ 5,612		$ (12,915)