Trial Court' Post-Judgment Power (Part XI)

Question 1

The court retains the control to modify, vacate, or suspend an order for

Answer 1

21 days after entry.

Question 2

Modification, vacation, or suspension of a final judgment will

Answer 2

reset the 21-day period in which a court retains control of a case.

Question 3

A clerical mistake in an order or judgment may be corrected either

Answer 3

sua sponte or upon motion of a party.

Question 4

A Bill of review can vacate or modify a final equitable order after the court’s 21- day period has passed, if

Answer 4

it is based upon an error of law or newly discovered evidence.

Note: must be filed within 6 months of the final order.