Features
| Feature / Service Area | ![]() | Typical Law Firm | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
| Sales Tax Speciality | ✅ Purpose-built exclusively for sales tax: compliance, audits, defense | Often general tax or litigation firms | Focuses on automated tax compliance and scalability rather than legal or dispute services. | Primarily focused on sales tax calculation and automated filing for eCommerce businesses. | Full service |
| Business Model | ✅ Hybrid software + attorneys, CPAs & auditors | ❌ Traditional hourly billing and case-based models | SaaS-first model, focused on automation | Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) model with automation; minimal human support. | ❌ One size fits all, no tiers |
| Service Tiers | DIY (self-manage) Guided (expert support) Managed (Turn Key) Enterprise (custom scale) | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Not offered |
| Annual Membership | ✅ 24/7 Access to expert-developed tools and resources. ✅ Priority assistance for consultations ✅ Regular updates on changing tax laws and compliance strategies. ✅ Discounts on additional services. | ❌ Not offered | ❌ SaaS subscription only | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Not offered |
| Pricing Model | ✅ Transparent, Flat Fee, bundled legal + consulting, no surprises | ❌ Hourly billing or retainers only | Per-transaction and per-service pricing | Subscription-based, priced by transaction volume and state filings. | Flat monthly fee |
Services
| Feature / Service Area | ![]() | Typical Law Firm | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
| Audit Defense & Legal Representation | ✅ Offers full audit representation by attorneys, CPAs, and former state auditors. Available in DIY, Guided, Managed or Enterprise. | ✅ Yes – limited to high-fee litigation | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Limited | |
| Voluntary Disclosure Agreements (VDAs) | ✅ Negotiated directly by seasoned sales tax attorneys to minimize liabilities and penalties. Creative and practical solutions for businesses. Available in DIY, Guided, Managed or Enterprise. | ✅ Yes – often costly and billed hourly | ✅ Offered | ✅ Offered | ✅ Offered |
| Returns & Registrations | ✅ Software-assisted or full-service | ❌ Not offered — must hire a CPA | Automates filings, but accuracy depends on client data and proper integration. Avalara handles preparation and forms for registration | ✅ Yes – Automated filing | Fully managed |
| Nexus Studies& Strategic Analysis | ✅ Conducts in depth nexus analysis with a legal perspective, identifying exposure risks and developing custom practical solutions for businesses. | ❌ Not offered — must hire a CPA or tax professional | Automated nexus tracking based on thresholds; minimal strategic consultation. | Tracks thresholds; minimal legal or risk analysis | ✅ Offered |
| Tax Registration (Permits) | ✅ Manages all aspects of registration with state-specific guidance on obligations, risks, and exemptions. | ❌ Not offered | Avalara can handle sales tax registrations across jurisdictions via its professional services. | Offers registration assistance; no review of requirements | ✅ Offered |
| Sales Tax Return Filing | ✅ Returns filed by CPAs and attorneys while utilizing automation platform. | ❌ Not offered | Automated filing; no representation if questioned | Automated filing; client responsible for defending filings | ✅ Offered |
| Appeals & Protests | ✅ Strong in appeals and protests—direct legal representation for disputes and assessments. | Offered by Specialty Law Firms | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Not offered |
| Sales Tax Litigation | ✅ Handles litigation with in-house legal authority, representing clients in administrative or court settings. Available in DIY, Guided, Managed or Enterprise. | Offered by Specialty Law Firms | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Not offered | ❌ Not offered |
Your Business Partner For All Things Sales Tax
Reviews
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"Jerry Provided Calming, Clear Guidance"
I can't say enough about Jerry and STH. We were in a bit of a panic re reaching nexus levels and dealing with reseller tax ...
- Mike L. -
"My Entire Experience Was Superior"
My entire experience from intake to resolution with Sales Tax Helper was superior. '11' on a scale of 1-10! Initial meeting ...
- Tim N. -
"Prompt, Courteous & Helpful!"
I sincerely am grateful for the prompt, courteous, and helpful that has been offered me by Sales Tax Helper. My agent, Alex ...
- Carol M. -
"Professional and Very Communicative"
When my business needed guidance with sales and use tax, I reached out to Sales Tax Helper through their website and received ...
- Pierce L. -
"They Are Experts in Their Field"
Jerry & Alex are excellent at what they do. They helped me navigate some very difficult and stressful situations. They’re ...
- Greg M. -
"Excellent Team to Work With!"
The team at Sales Tax Helper was excellent to work with. I had a complex business sales tax challenge that they methodically ...
- Mike M. -
"Always Provide Accurate & Prompt Responses"
Alex and Jerry always provide very accurate and prompt responses to my inquiries regarding the sales tax. They also bring ...
- Lukas P. -
"Jerry is the best!"
Jerry is the best! I made the mistake thinking I could deal with the use tax auditor on my own not realizing that I would be ...
- Gary O.

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