Ala. Code § 18-1A-252: When Agreement May Be Made; Effect on Right to Commence Condemnation Action.

An arbitration agreement under this article may be made and carried into effect either before or after a condemnation action has been commenced. The agreement does not waive or restrict the right to commence and prosecute a condemnation action, including the taking of possession before judgment, except to the extent expressly provided in the agreement.