In 2010, DeAyala joined the Houston-based
law firm Buck Keenan LLP as a partner. His practice focuses on domestic and international commercial disputes. as well as a Spring Branch-Memorial Sports Association (SBMSA) youth football coach. After he became a member of the Texas House of Representatives for the 88th Regular Legislative Session, DeAyala was appointed to the Appropriations Committee and Elections Committees. He was later named to the Select Study Committee on Sustainable Property Tax Relief during a subsequent
special session. After his reelection in 2024, DeAyala was appointed to the House Committee on Culture, Recreation & Tourism and was reappointed to the House Appropriations committee, serving as Vice Chairman of Articles I, IV & V. == Electoral history ==