Ala. Code § 45-42-122.06

In any matters related to this part wherein the board deems it necessary and proper to employ legal counsel, or if any person shall fail or refuse to comply with the lawful orders of the board in their actions pursuant to this part, the board may employ legal counsel to represent it in its actions for the enforcement of this part or in defense thereof, and the compensation of such legal counsel shall be paid by the county. Further, the board may employ legal counsel for advice and consultation or general legal counsel.