Anne of France
In 1477, Bilhères was Louis XI's ambassador to the Catholic Monarchs. After the death of Louis XI, the regent, Anne of France, appointed Bilhères to the Council of State. She named him president of the Court of Aids in 1483. In 1485, he was president of the Estates General held at Tours. He served as interim Keeper of the Seals of France on several occasions.