Eik meaning

In Scottish executry practice, an eik is a supplementary inventory used to extend an existing Confirmation so the executor can obtain title to estate assets omitted from the original inventory, or correct an asset’s description. It allows the executor to ingather or transfer later‑discovered moveable or heritable property (for example, a bank account, shares or a policy) without applying for a fresh Confirmation. “Eik” is a Scots‑law term of practice rather than a single statutory definition. It is recognised in the Scottish courts’ Confirmation procedure and supporting practice, and links back to the original grant by referring to the court, date and value previously confirmed. An eik may require updated inheritance tax reporting and, where relevant, further caution for executors‑dative. The concept is specific to Scotland. In England and Wales and Northern Ireland, probate practice typically permits administration of newly discovered assets under the existing grant or, where necessary, by amendment or a further limited grant (for example, a correcting or supplemental grant). In Ireland, additional assets are usually addressed by supplemental probate papers and updated tax filings. The Scottish term “eik” is not generally used in those jurisdictions.